TITLE: Relating to the use of a checklist during the investigation of abuse or neglect at nursing homes and related institutions.

SUMMARY: Relating to the use of a checklist during the investigation of abuse or neglect at nursing homes and related institutions.

FULL TEXT:
AN ACT relating to the use of a checklist during the investigation of abuse or neglect at nursing homes and related institutions. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. Section 242.126, Health and Safety Code, is amended by adding Subsection (e-1) to read as follows: (e-1) The department shall establish an investigation checklist that includes a list of each task and procedure required for an investigation under this section. An investigator for an investigating agency shall use the investigation checklist in conducting an investigation under this section. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2011.