Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB203

Filed
11/10/08  
Out of Senate Committee
4/6/09  
Voted on by Senate
4/16/09  
Out of House Committee
5/22/09  
Voted on by House
5/27/09  
Governor Action
6/19/09  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Report Pass
5/20/09  
Enrolled
5/29/09  

Caption

Relating to health care-associated infections and preventable adverse events in certain health care facilities.

Impact

The enactment of SB203 will likely lead to an increase in data collected on MRSA infections within Texas hospitals. Hospitals will be required to monitor and report these infections more rigorously, which may prompt them to enhance their infection control protocols. The bill's implications are significant for public health as it has the potential to decrease the prevalence of healthcare-associated infections, thereby improving patient outcomes and hospital safety ratings.

Summary

Senate Bill 203 aims to enhance the reporting requirements for health care-associated infections in Texas hospitals, specifically focusing on methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections. The bill amends Section 98.103(c) of the Health and Safety Code to mandate that general hospitals report the incidence of MRSA infections occurring in any unit of the hospital. This move is designed to increase transparency and accountability in hospital infection control practices and ultimately improve patient safety.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding SB203 may include concerns from healthcare providers regarding the burden of additional reporting requirements and the possible implications for hospital operations. While supporters of the bill emphasize its importance for patient safety and the need to address MRSA infections adequately, opponents might argue about the resource allocation required to comply with these new mandates. Discussions may also revolve around how this reporting can affect hospital ratings and insurance reimbursements based on infection rates.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB4867

Relating to health care transparency, including advertising, identification, and notice requirements for certain health facilities and health professionals; authorizing administrative and civil penalties.

TX SB240

Relating to workplace violence prevention in certain health facilities.

TX SB945

Relating to the disclosure of certain health care cost information by certain health care facilities; authorizing an administrative penalty.

TX HB112

Relating to workplace violence prevention in certain health facilities.

TX SB707

Relating to the adoption and implementation of a surgical smoke evacuation system policy at certain health care facilities.

TX HB4754

Relating to health benefit plan coverage for and prohibitions on gender transitioning procedures and treatments provided to certain individuals; creating a criminal offense.

TX SB265

Relating to required reports of certain vaccine-related or drug-related adverse events.

TX HB3218

Relating to price estimates and billing requirements for certain health care facilities.

TX HB2324

Relating to the regulation of certain health professionals and health facilities; providing civil and administrative penalties; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB1593

Relating to infection prevention and control programs and other measures for communicable diseases at certain long-term care facilities; authorizing an administrative penalty.

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