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Texas Senate Bill SB2273

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas Senate Bill SB2273

Filed
 
Out of Senate Committee
4/24/09  
Voted on by Senate
4/30/09  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to certain reporting duties of the attorney general and the Department of Aging and Disability Service.

Impact

The proposed legislation amends Section 247.050(a) of the Health and Safety Code, which addresses the obligations of the board regarding unlicensed assisted living facilities. The amendments intend to improve transparency and accountability by requiring the department to furnish a quarterly report detailing various statistics regarding complaints related to these facilities. The repeal of certain sections (242.005 and 247.050(b) and (c)) indicates a move toward a streamlined approach in the monitoring process, potentially centralizing authority and responsibilities within the department.

Summary

SB2273 focuses on the reporting duties of the Attorney General and the Department of Aging and Disability Services, specifically regarding unlicensed assisted living facilities. The bill mandates the establishment of procedures to monitor such facilities and requires the maintenance of a registry for reported unlicensed facilities. This, in turn, aims to allow for periodic follow-ups by field staff and enhance the overall oversight of these facilities, ensuring they meet necessary standards.

Contention

While the bill appears to strengthen reporting duties, there may be concerns regarding how these changes will affect the current handling of unlicensed facilities. Some stakeholders may be worried about the adequacy of the monitoring system put in place, especially if certain current regulations are repealed. The repeal of existing sections could be contentious among advocates for aging services who may argue that it’s essential to maintain robust measures to protect vulnerable populations in these living arrangements.

Companion Bills

TX HB4317

Identical Relating to certain reporting duties of the attorney general and the Department of Aging and Disability Services.

Previously Filed As

TX SB1868

Relating to the powers and duties of the office of inspector general of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

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 HB4049

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 HB1499

Relating to the duties of court-appointed guardians ad litem, attorneys ad litem, and amicus attorneys in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship.

TX SB1727

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, and the powers and duties of the office of inspector general of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

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 SB1195

Relating to the duty of the attorney general to prosecute certain criminal offenses.

TX HB1161

Relating to the confidentiality of home address information for victims of child abduction and to the administration of the address confidentiality program by the office of the attorney general.

TX SB461

Relating to the confidentiality of home address information for victims of child abduction and to the administration of the address confidentiality program by the office of the attorney general.

TX HB2089

Relating to the powers and duties of the office of the attorney general with respect to certain laws governing the installation and use of tracking equipment and access to certain communications.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.