Texas 2021 - 87th Regular

Texas House Bill HR671

Caption

Congratulating The Woman's Hospital of Texas in Houston on earning a Level IV Maternal Designation from the Texas Department of State Health Services.

Impact

The passage of HR671 serves to acknowledge and recognize significant achievements in maternal healthcare facilities within the state. While not creating or altering legislation, this resolution acts as an affirmation of the hospital's high standards and commitment to excellence. It reflects positively on the healthcare system in Texas and illustrates the importance of high-quality healthcare services available to women and families, especially during critical maternity phases.

Summary

House Resolution 671 congratulates The Woman's Hospital of Texas in Houston for earning a prestigious Level IV Maternal Designation from the Texas Department of State Health Services. This designation is the highest level of recognition a hospital can achieve, reflecting its commitment to providing excellent care to maternity patients, and ensuring access to a comprehensive range of medical and maternal subspecialists. The resolution highlights the hospital's outstanding dedication to maternity and postpartum care, as well as its various other medical services, such as breast health, gynecology, and pediatrics.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HR671 is overwhelmingly positive, with feelings of pride and appreciation for The Woman's Hospital of Texas and its continued commitment to high standards of care. Discussions within the legislative arena likely focused on the importance of recognizing outstanding healthcare facilities, which inspires confidence among patients and healthcare providers alike.

Contention

While the resolution itself does not present points of contention, discussions around such recognitions may sometimes lead to debates on access to healthcare, funding for maternal health services, and the ongoing need for improvements across various healthcare systems. Recognizing a singular facility can bring to light broader healthcare challenges and disparities faced by other institutions or in different geographic regions of Texas.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HR304

Honoring The Woman's Hospital of Texas on HCA Advocacy Day at the State Capitol.

TX SR50

Recognizing the centennial of North Texas State Hospital.

TX HB663

Relating to the confidentiality and reporting of certain maternal mortality information to the Department of State Health Services and to a work group establishing a maternal mortality and morbidity data registry.

TX HR1462

Congratulating Iman Anwar on earning a Master of Healthcare Administration and Master of Business Administration from Texas Woman's University.

TX HR435

Urging the Texas Department of State Health Services and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to expand their comprehensive cardiovascular screening programs.

TX HR56

Congratulating San Antonio district engineer Gina E. Gallegos on her retirement from the Texas Department of Transportation.

TX HR1791

Congratulating Memorial Hermann Health System on its receipt of the 2023 Foster G. McGaw Prize for Excellence in Community Service from the American Hospital Association.

TX SR52

Congratulating Joseph Berumen on his selection as one of the Texas Nurses Association 25 Outstanding Texas Nurses for 2022.

TX HR121

Congratulating Jeff Bonner on his retirement from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

TX HB1958

Relating to maternal mortality and morbidity in this state and Medicaid eligibility of and coverage for certain services provided to pregnant women.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.