Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB4599

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

Caption

Relating to the Health and Human Services Commission's authority to establish and implement certain public health initiatives.

Impact

The enactment of HB 4599 is expected to enhance the capacity of the Health and Human Services Commission to respond effectively to public health challenges. By empowering the commission to initiate diverse health projects, the bill aims to foster collaboration between public health entities and private organizations, including educational institutions and medical research facilities. This collaboration is intended to facilitate a comprehensive approach to public health, enabling the state to better assess health trends and the efficacy of various treatments.

Summary

House Bill 4599 seeks to grant the Health and Human Services Commission the authority to establish and implement various public health initiatives aimed at addressing health challenges faced by residents in Texas. The bill outlines provisions for conducting studies, implementing pilot programs, and coordinating data collection efforts. Notably, it emphasizes the importance of evaluating both emerging healthcare treatments and the impact of existing medical therapies on public health outcomes, covering both physical and mental health conditions.

Contention

While the bill appears to support proactive public health measures, it could also raise questions about the allocation of state resources and the prioritization of health initiatives. Some stakeholders might express concerns regarding the execution of pilot programs and the applicability of the findings to the broader population. Additionally, the potential collaboration with private entities could lead to debates about the influence of commercial interests on public health policy and the integrity of research conducted under the auspices of the commission.

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 SB1677

Relating to the establishment and administration of Health and Human Services Commission programs providing mental health services to certain individuals in this state.

TX HB3226

Relating to the development and implementation of the Live Well Texas program to provide health benefit coverage to certain individuals; imposing penalties.

TX SB26

Relating to local mental health authority and local behavioral health authority audits and mental and behavioral health reporting, services, and programs.

TX HB3265

Relating to the submission of certain reports by the Health and Human Services Commission.

TX HB1876

Relating to the Rita Littlefield Chronic Kidney Disease Centralized Resource Center established within the Health and Human Services Commission.

TX SB1354

Relating to the Rita Littlefield Chronic Kidney Disease Centralized Resource Center established within the Health and Human Services Commission.

TX HB1562

Relating to a border public health initiative developed by the Department of State Health Services.

TX SB1966

Relating to a grant program for school-based health care initiatives established to serve certain underserved students.

TX HB652

Relating to the development and implementation of the Live Well Texas program and the expansion of Medicaid eligibility to provide health benefit coverage to certain individuals; imposing penalties.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.