The House Committee on Health Care Reform, Select, chaired by Rep. Sam Harless, focuses on legislating and reforming health care in Texas. Key areas of concentration include public health initiatives, Medicaid reform, and protective measures for health care access. Recent meetings have addressed various bills such as HB 1562, which aims to develop a public health initiative for border communities, and HB 12, addressing maternal health services under Medicaid. The committee actively engages in discussions on improving health outcomes, and enhancing the delivery of health care services while ensuring legislative accountability.

The Senate Committee on Health and Human Services, chaired by Senator Lois Kolkhorst, is focused on examining critical health issues affecting Texans, such as access to healthcare, mental health services for children, and the integration of advanced practice nurses into the healthcare system. Recent meetings have addressed various bills including those related to Medicaid managed care, regulation of emergency telemedicine services, and the establishment of registries for health conditions like sickle cell disease. The committee also emphasizes the importance of community health workers, the prevention of workplace violence in health facilities, and the enhancement of support for nursing education. By monitoring the implementation of health legislation and gathering public testimony, the committee seeks to advocate for improvements and ensure effective delivery of health services across Texas.