November 28th, 2024
The informal comment period for new proposed changes to the rule for HCS & TxHmL (TAC 565 and 566) ended on November 27, 2024: Comment on Proposed & Draft Rules | Texas Health and Human Services.
These proposed new and amended rules implement House Bill (HB) 1009 by Turner the 88th Legislature, Regular Session, 2023. HB 1009 imposes a new requirement on a Medicaid provider providing services under a 1915(c) waiver to conduct criminal history record information and employee misconduct registry reviews and to suspend the employment or contracts of individuals who engage in reportable conduct. New rule language in §565.12 requires HCS providers to notify HHSC of opening a new location or the voluntary closure of an HCS residence. Added language under §565.15 prohibits minor children from sharing a bedroom with an adult in HCS residences, including host/home and companion care settings. Added language under §565.23 clarifies the authority of LTCR.
