Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB1897

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to transportation services provided to aged or disabled clients of certain programs and facilities.

Impact

The impact of HB 1897 on state laws includes the amendment of the Human Resources Code with the introduction of Section 161.081, which specifically outlines the guidelines for vehicle usage in transporting aged and disabled clients. This introduces stricter standards for the vehicles that programs and facilities can utilize, aimed at reducing the risks associated with transportation in less safe vehicles. The executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission is tasked with the adoption of rules to enforce compliance with these regulations, indicating a robust framework for monitoring and oversight.

Summary

House Bill 1897 addresses transportation services for aged and disabled clients of specific programs and facilities in Texas. The bill prohibits the use of 15-passenger vans for transporting these individuals if the vans were purchased after September 1, 2009. This measure is established to enhance the safety of passengers by regulating the types of vehicles used for their transport, ensuring that they meet certain safety standards. The bill emphasizes compliance with these regulations as part of facility inspections and contracts for transportation services.

Contention

While the bill is intended to enhance safety in the transportation of vulnerable populations, potential points of contention could emerge concerning the logistics and financial implications for programs that currently use 15-passenger vans. Facilities may face increased operational costs if they are required to acquire new vehicles to comply with these regulations. There may also be discussions around the feasibility of swiftly implementing these new standards and the transitional arrangements for affected programs, which could influence the overall support and acceptance of the bill among stakeholders.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB4611

Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of the health and human services laws governing the Health and Human Services Commission, Medicaid, and other social services.

TX HB446

Relating to the terminology used in statute to refer to intellectual disability and certain references to abolished health and human services agencies.

TX HB3462

Relating to the consolidation of ombudsman programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.

TX HB211

Relating to the regulation of child-care facilities and registered family homes, including the provision of services to children with disabilities or special needs.

TX SB332

Relating to the terminology used in statute to refer to intellectual disability and certain references to abolished health and human services agencies.

TX SB24

Relating to the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and the transfer to the commission of certain powers and duties from the Department of Family and Protective Services.

TX HB4169

Relating to providing prevocational or similar services under certain Medicaid waiver programs.

TX HB4020

Relating to allowing certain inmates to apply for benefits under certain public benefits programs to be provided at the time of discharge or release.

TX SB1474

Relating to special education in public schools, including the special education allotment under the Foundation School Program, an education savings account program for certain children with disabilities, and a grant program to reimburse public schools for the cost of certain employer contributions for retirees of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas employed to teach or provide services related to special education.

TX SB2040

Relating to the continuation and transfer of the regulation of willed body programs to the Texas Funeral Service Commission, the regulation of willed body programs, non-transplant anatomical donation organizations, and anatomical facilities, and the creation of the State Anatomical Advisory Committee; requiring registration; authorizing fees; authorizing an administrative penalty.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.