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2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 118 - Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council › Section 118.002. Establishment; Purpose

Sec. 118.002.  ESTABLISHMENT; PURPOSE.  The commission shall establish the Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council to assess the availability of patient-centered and family-focused palliative care in this state.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 356 (H.B. 1874), Sec. 2, eff. June 9, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 118 - Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council › Section 118.004. Members

Sec. 118.004.  MEMBERS.  (a)  The advisory council is composed of the members appointed by the executive commissioner as provided by this section.
(b)  The advisory council must include:
(1)  at least five physician members, including two who are board certified in hospice and palliative care and one who is board certified in pain management;
(2)  three palliative care practitioner members, including two advanced practice registered nurses who are board certified in hospice and palliative care and one physician assistant who has experience providing palliative care;
(3)  four health care professional members, including a nurse, a social worker, a pharmacist, and a spiritual care professional, with:
(A)  experience providing palliative care to pediatric, youth, or adult populations;
(B)  expertise in palliative care delivery in an inpatient, outpatient, or community setting; or
(C)  expertise in interdisciplinary palliative care;
(4)  at least three members with experience as an advocate for patients and the patients' family caregivers and who are independent of a hospital or other health care facility, including at least one member who is a representative of an established patient advocacy organization; and
(5)  ex officio representatives of the commission or another state agency as the executive commissioner determines appropriate.
(c)  Advisory council members serve at the pleasure of the executive commissioner.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 356 (H.B. 1874), Sec. 2, eff. June 9, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 118 - Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council › Section 118.005. Terms; Vacancy

Sec. 118.005.  TERMS; VACANCY.  (a)  An advisory council member serves a four-year term.
(b)  If a vacancy occurs on the advisory council, a person shall be appointed to fill the vacancy for the unexpired term.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 356 (H.B. 1874), Sec. 2, eff. June 9, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 118 - Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council › Section 118.006. Officers

Sec. 118.006.  OFFICERS.  Advisory council members shall:
(1)  elect a chair and a vice chair; and
(2)  establish the duties of the chair and the vice chair.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 356 (H.B. 1874), Sec. 2, eff. June 9, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 118 - Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council › Section 118.007. Meetings

Sec. 118.007.  MEETINGS.  The executive commissioner shall set a time and place for regular meetings, which must occur at least twice each year.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 356 (H.B. 1874), Sec. 2, eff. June 9, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 118 - Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council › Section 118.008. Compensation and Reimbursement

Sec. 118.008.  COMPENSATION AND REIMBURSEMENT.  A member of the advisory council may not receive compensation for service on the advisory council but is entitled to reimbursement of the travel expenses incurred by the member while conducting the business of the advisory council, as provided by the General Appropriations Act.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 356 (H.B. 1874), Sec. 2, eff. June 9, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 118 - Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council › Section 118.009. Duties

Sec. 118.009.  DUTIES.  The advisory council shall consult with and advise the commission on matters related to the establishment, maintenance, operation, and outcome evaluation of the palliative care consumer and professional information and education program established under Section 118.011.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 356 (H.B. 1874), Sec. 2, eff. June 9, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 118 - Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council › Section 118.010. Report

Sec. 118.010.  REPORT.  Not later than October 1 of each even-numbered year, the advisory council shall submit a biennial report to the standing committees of the senate and the house of representatives with primary jurisdiction over health matters on:
(1)  the advisory council's assessment of the availability of palliative care in this state for patients in the early stages of serious disease;
(2)  the advisory council's analysis of barriers to greater access to palliative care; and
(3)  the advisory council's analysis of the policies, practices, and protocols in this state concerning patients' rights related to palliative care, including:
(A)  whether a palliative care team member may introduce palliative care options to a patient without the consent of the patient's attending physician;
(B)  the practices and protocols for discussions between a palliative care team member and a patient on life-sustaining treatment or advance directives decisions; and
(C)  the practices and protocols on informed consent and disclosure requirements for palliative care services.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 356 (H.B. 1874), Sec. 2, eff. June 9, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 118 - Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council › Section 118.011. Information and Education Program

Sec. 118.011.  INFORMATION AND EDUCATION PROGRAM.  (a)  The commission, in consultation with the advisory council, shall establish a statewide palliative care consumer and professional information and education program to ensure that comprehensive and accurate information and education about palliative care are available to the public, health care providers, and health care facilities.
(b)  The commission shall make available on its Internet website information and resources regarding palliative care, including:
(1)  links to external resources regarding palliative care;
(2)  continuing education opportunities for health care providers;
(3)  information about palliative care delivery in the home, primary, secondary, and tertiary environments; and
(4)  consumer educational materials regarding palliative care, including hospice care.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 356 (H.B. 1874), Sec. 2, eff. June 9, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 118 - Palliative Care Interdisciplinary Advisory Council › Section 118.012. Protections

Sec. 118.012.  PROTECTIONS.  Notwithstanding any other law, the advisory council and the information and education program established under this chapter do not create a cause of action or create a standard of care, obligation, or duty that provides a basis for a cause of action.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 356 (H.B. 1874), Sec. 2, eff. June 9, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 119.001. Definition

Sec. 119.001.  DEFINITION.  In this chapter, "network" means the Texas Health Improvement Network established under this chapter.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.001 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter B. Network › Section 119.051. Establishment; Purpose

Sec. 119.051.  ESTABLISHMENT; PURPOSE.(a)  The Texas Health Improvement Network is established to address urgent health care challenges and improve the health care system in this state and the nation and to develop, based on population health research, health care initiatives, policies, and best practices.
(b)  The purpose of the network is to:
(1)  reduce the per capita costs of health care;
(2)  improve the individual experience of health care, including the quality of care and patient satisfaction; and
(3)  improve the health of residents of this state.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.051 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter B. Network › Section 119.052. Composition of Network

Sec. 119.052.  COMPOSITION OF NETWORK.  The network consists of experts in:
(1)  general public health and other medical fields;
(2)  mental health;
(3)  nursing;
(4)  pharmacy;
(5)  social work;
(6)  health economics;
(7)  health policy and law;
(8)  epidemiology;
(9)  biostatistics;
(10)  health informatics;
(11)  health services research;
(12)  engineering; and
(13)  computer science.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.052 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter B. Network › Section 119.053. Duties

Sec. 119.053.  DUTIES.  (a) The network shall establish as its primary goals:
(1)  evaluating and eliminating health disparities in this state, including racial, ethnic, geographic, and income-related or education-related disparities; and
(2)  health care cost containment and the economic analysis of health policy.
(b)  The network shall:
(1)  function as an incubator and evaluator of health improvement practices; and
(2)  support local communities in this state by offering leadership training, data analytics, community health assessments, and grant writing support to local communities.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.053 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter B. Network › Section 119.054. Administrative Attachment to the University of Texas System

Sec. 119.054.  ADMINISTRATIVE ATTACHMENT TO THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM.  (a)  The network is administratively attached to The University of Texas System.
(b)  The University of Texas System shall administer and coordinate the network and provide administrative support to the network as necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.054 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter B. Network › Section 119.055. Gifts and Grants

Sec. 119.055.  GIFTS AND GRANTS.  The network may accept and administer gifts and grants to fund the network from an individual, corporation, trust, or foundation or the federal government, subject to any limitations or conditions imposed by law.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.055 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter B. Network › Section 119.056. Report

Sec. 119.056.  REPORT.  The network shall report the results of the network's efforts, findings, and activities to the legislature, state and federal partners, and other interested entities.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.056 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter C. Advisory Council › Section 119.101. Advisory Council

Sec. 119.101.  ADVISORY COUNCIL.  The network shall establish an advisory council to advise the network on the health care needs of this state.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.101 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter C. Advisory Council › Section 119.102. Composition of Advisory Council

Sec. 119.102.  COMPOSITION OF ADVISORY COUNCIL.  The advisory council is composed of:
(1)  members who are appointed by an executive officer of The University of Texas System and nominated by participants in the network and who are:
(A)  state and national leaders in population health;
(B)  experts in traditional public health and medical fields; and
(C)  leaders in the fields of behavioral health, business, insurance, philanthropy, education, and health law and policy; and
(2)  representatives from the department and the commission, selected by the executive head of the agency.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.102 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter C. Advisory Council › Section 119.103. Terms

Sec. 119.103.  TERMS.  Members of the advisory council serve staggered three-year terms, with the terms of one-third of the members expiring on January 1 of each year.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.103 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter C. Advisory Council › Section 119.104. Presiding Officer

Sec. 119.104.  PRESIDING OFFICER.  The executive officer of The University of Texas System who appoints members to the advisory council shall appoint a presiding officer from among the members to serve a one-year term.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.104 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter C. Advisory Council › Section 119.105. Meetings

Sec. 119.105.  MEETINGS.  The advisory council shall meet at the call of the presiding officer or at other times that the council determines are necessary or appropriate.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.105 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter C. Advisory Council › Section 119.106. Compensation and Reimbursement

Sec. 119.106.  COMPENSATION AND REIMBURSEMENT.  A member of the advisory council may not receive compensation for service on the advisory council but may be reimbursed for travel expenses incurred by the member while conducting the business of the advisory council, if funds are available for that purpose, as provided by the General Appropriations Act.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.106 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119 - Texas Health Improvement Network › Subchapter C. Advisory Council › Section 119.107. Applicability of Other Law

Sec. 119.107.  APPLICABILITY OF OTHER LAW.  Chapter 2110, Government Code, does not apply to the advisory council.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1123 (H.B. 3781), Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 2015.
Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 118.107 by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 324 (S.B. 1488), Sec. 24.001(27), eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119A - Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council › Section 119A.001. Definition

Sec. 119A.001.  DEFINITION.  In this chapter, "advisory council" means the Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council established under this chapter.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 847 (H.B. 2783), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2019.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119A - Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council › Section 119A.002. Establishment of Advisory Council

Sec. 119A.002.  ESTABLISHMENT OF ADVISORY COUNCIL.  The Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council is established to advise the commission and the legislature on research, diagnosis, treatment, and education related to pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 847 (H.B. 2783), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2019.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119A - Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council › Section 119A.004. Terms; Vacancy

Sec. 119A.004.  TERMS; VACANCY.  (a)  Advisory council members appointed by the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives serve terms that coincide with the advisory council members' terms of office.  The remaining members serve two-year terms.
(b)  A vacancy on the advisory council shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment.
(c)  A member appointed to fill a vacancy holds the office for the unexpired portion of the term.
(d)  Each member may be reappointed to serve on the advisory council.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 847 (H.B. 2783), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2019.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119A - Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council › Section 119A.005. Chair and Vice Chair

Sec. 119A.005.  CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR.  Members of the advisory council shall elect from among its members by a majority vote a chair and vice chair.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 847 (H.B. 2783), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2019.
Amended by:
Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 746 (H.B. 3808), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2023.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119A - Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council › Section 119A.006. Meetings; Quorum

Sec. 119A.006.  MEETINGS; QUORUM.  (a)  The advisory council shall meet at times and locations as determined by the chair or a majority of the members of the advisory council.
(b)  A majority of the members of the advisory council constitute a quorum.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 847 (H.B. 2783), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2019.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119A - Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council › Section 119A.007. Annual Report

Sec. 119A.007.  ANNUAL REPORT.  (a)  Not later than September 1 of each year, the advisory council shall prepare and submit to the governor, legislature, and commission a written report that includes recommendations on:
(1)  practice guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome, including pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections;
(2)  mechanisms to increase clinical awareness and education regarding pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome, including pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections, among physicians, including pediatricians, school-based health centers, and mental health care providers;
(3)  strategies for outreach to educators and parents to increase awareness of pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome, including pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections; and
(4)  developing a network of volunteer experts on the diagnosis and treatment of pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome, including pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections, to assist in the delivery of education and outreach.
(b)  Notwithstanding any other law, this section, including any action taken under this section to develop or disseminate information or materials, does not create a civil or administrative cause of action or a civil or criminal liability and does not create a standard of care, obligation, or duty that provides the basis for a cause of action.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 847 (H.B. 2783), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2019.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119A - Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council › Section 119A.008. Compensation and Reimbursement

Sec. 119A.008.  COMPENSATION AND REIMBURSEMENT.  A member of the advisory council is not entitled to compensation or reimbursement for expenses incurred in performing advisory council duties.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 847 (H.B. 2783), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2019.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119A - Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council › Section 119A.009. Sunset Provision

Sec. 119A.009.  SUNSET PROVISION.  The Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council is subject to Chapter 325, Government Code (Texas Sunset Act).  Unless continued in existence as provided by that chapter, the advisory council is abolished and this chapter expires September 1, 2033.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 847 (H.B. 2783), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2019.
Amended by:
Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 941 (S.B. 1659), Sec. 2.01, eff. June 18, 2023.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle E - Health Care Councils and Resource Centers › Chapter 119A - Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council › Section 119A.010. Applicability of Other Law

Sec. 119A.010.  APPLICABILITY OF OTHER LAW.  Chapter 2110, Government Code, does not apply to the advisory council.
Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 847 (H.B. 2783), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2019.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 120 - Task Force of Border Health Officials › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 120.001. Definitions

Sec. 120.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
(1)  "Border region" means the area consisting of the counties immediately adjacent to the international boundary between the United States and Mexico.
(2)  "Task force" means the Task Force of Border Health Officials.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 754 (S.B. 1680), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 120 - Task Force of Border Health Officials › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 120.002. Sunset Provision

Sec. 120.002.  SUNSET PROVISION.  The task force is subject to Chapter 325, Government Code (Texas Sunset Act).  Unless continued in existence as provided by that chapter, the task force is abolished and this chapter expires September 1, 2029.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 754 (S.B. 1680), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 120 - Task Force of Border Health Officials › Subchapter B. Powers and Duties › Section 120.051. Task Force; Duties

Sec. 120.051.  TASK FORCE; DUTIES.  (a)  The department shall establish the Task Force of Border Health Officials to advise the commissioner:
(1)  on policy priorities addressing major issues affecting the border region residents' health and health conditions;
(2)  on raising public awareness of the issues described by Subdivision (1); and
(3)  on other health issues impacting the border region as determined by the commissioner, including:
(A)  barriers to accessing health care;
(B)  health problems affecting the region, including:
(i)  diabetes;
(ii)  infant mortality;
(iii)  heart disease and stroke;
(iv)  obesity;
(v)  cervical cancer; and
(vi)  communicable diseases, including tuberculosis;
(C)  factors that impede access to health care, including:
(i)  socioeconomic conditions;
(ii)  linguistic and cultural barriers;
(iii)  low population density; and
(iv)  lack of health insurance;
(D)  surveillance and tracking of communicable diseases, environmental factors, and other factors negatively influencing health;
(E)  standardization of data to ensure compatibility with data collected by border states on both sides of the international border with Mexico;
(F)  public health infrastructure that includes education and research institutions to train culturally competent health care providers;
(G)  establishment of local and regional public health programs that build on local resources and maximize the use of public dollars to address the needs of the indigent population; and
(H)  collaboration and cooperation with Mexican counterparts of the task force at the state and federal level, and collaboration with federal counterparts in the United States.
(b)  The task force shall study and make recommendations relating to the health problems, conditions, challenges, and needs of the population in the border region.
(c)  The task force shall submit a report of recommendations to the commissioner for short-term and long-term border plans, as described by Subchapter C, not later than November 1 of each even-numbered year.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 754 (S.B. 1680), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 120 - Task Force of Border Health Officials › Subchapter B. Powers and Duties › Section 120.052. Collaboration With Office of Border Health

Sec. 120.052.  COLLABORATION WITH OFFICE OF BORDER HEALTH.  The Office of Border Health established under Section 12.071 shall provide staff support to the task force and any other assistance as needed or required by the task force, if practicable.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 754 (S.B. 1680), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 120 - Task Force of Border Health Officials › Subchapter B. Powers and Duties › Section 120.053. Composition; Terms

Sec. 120.053.  COMPOSITION; TERMS.  (a)  The task force is composed of:
(1)  the health department directors appointed under Section 121.033 from:
(A)  each county in the border region; and
(B)  each municipality in the border region that has a sister city in Mexico;
(2)  two ex officio nonvoting members who are members of the legislature:
(A)  one of whom is appointed by the lieutenant governor; and
(B)  one of whom is appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives; and
(3)  additional members appointed by the commissioner.
(b)  The commissioner shall designate a chair and vice chair of the task force from among the task force members.
(c)  The members appointed by the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives serve three-year terms.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 754 (S.B. 1680), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 120 - Task Force of Border Health Officials › Subchapter B. Powers and Duties › Section 120.054. Meetings

Sec. 120.054.  MEETINGS.  (a)  The task force shall meet at least quarterly each fiscal year.  Members may hold meetings by conference calls and through videoconference in accordance with Section 551.127, Government Code.
(b)  Section 551.125, Government Code, applies to a meeting held by conference call under this section, except that Section 551.125(b), Government Code, does not apply.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 754 (S.B. 1680), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 120 - Task Force of Border Health Officials › Subchapter B. Powers and Duties › Section 120.055. Compensation and Reimbursement

Sec. 120.055.  COMPENSATION AND REIMBURSEMENT.  A task force member is not entitled to compensation or reimbursement for expenses incurred in performing the member's duties.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 754 (S.B. 1680), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 120 - Task Force of Border Health Officials › Subchapter C. Border Health Improvement Plan › Section 120.101. Short-Term and Long-Term Plans

Sec. 120.101.  SHORT-TERM AND LONG-TERM PLANS.  (a)  The task force shall make recommendations to the commissioner for short-term and long-term border health improvement plans.  The short-term plan shall identify health objectives proposed to be accomplished before the fourth anniversary of the date the plan is adopted.  The long-term plan shall identify health objectives proposed to be accomplished before the ninth anniversary of the date the plan is adopted.
(b)  The commissioner shall review the task force's recommendations and, based on those recommendations, recommend short-term and long-term border health improvement plans to the executive commissioner, identifying specific health objectives that may be implemented under existing law.
(c)  The executive commissioner shall adopt short-term and long-term border health improvement plans and direct the department to implement the portions of the plans that may be implemented within existing appropriations under existing law.
(d)  Not later than September 1 of each even-numbered year, the executive commissioner shall submit a report detailing the actions taken by the task force.  The report must include:
(1)  the status of all projects and activities involving the health issues described under Section 120.051(a)(3);
(2)  the funding for the expenditures; and
(3)  recommendations for legislation necessary to implement the short-term and long-term border health improvement plans.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 754 (S.B. 1680), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 120 - Task Force of Border Health Officials › Subchapter C. Border Health Improvement Plan › Section 120.102. Application of Other Law

Sec. 120.102.  APPLICATION OF OTHER LAW.  Chapter 2110, Government Code, does not apply to the task force.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 754 (S.B. 1680), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 120 - Task Force of Border Health Officials › Subchapter C. Border Health Improvement Plan › Section 120.103. Assistance From State Agencies and Political Subdivisions

Sec. 120.103.  ASSISTANCE FROM STATE AGENCIES AND POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS.  At the request of the task force, a state agency or political subdivision of this state may cooperate with the task force to the greatest extent practicable to fully implement the task force's statutory duties.
Added by Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 754 (S.B. 1680), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 121 - Local Public Health Reorganization Act › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 121.001. Short Title

Sec. 121.001.  SHORT TITLE.  This chapter may be cited as the Local Public Health Reorganization Act.
Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 121 - Local Public Health Reorganization Act › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 121.002. Definitions

Sec. 121.002.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
(1)  "Essential public health services" means services to:
(A)  monitor the health status of individuals in the community to identify community health problems;
(B)  diagnose and investigate community health problems and community health hazards;
(C)  inform, educate, and empower the community with respect to health issues;
(D)  mobilize community partnerships in identifying and solving community health problems;
(E)  develop policies and plans that support individual and community efforts to improve health;
(F)  enforce laws and rules that protect the public health and ensure safety in accordance with those laws and rules;
(G)  link individuals who have a need for community and personal health services to appropriate community and private providers;
(H)  ensure a competent workforce for the provision of essential public health services;
(I)  research new insights and innovative solutions to community health problems;  and
(J)  evaluate the effectiveness, accessibility, and quality of personal and population-based health services in a community.
(2)  "Physician" means a person licensed to practice medicine by the Texas Medical Board.
Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.  Amended by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1378, Sec. 1, eff. June 19, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 3.0361, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 121 - Local Public Health Reorganization Act › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 121.003. Powers of Municipalities and Counties

Sec. 121.003.  POWERS OF MUNICIPALITIES AND COUNTIES.  (a)  The governing body of a municipality or the commissioners court of a county may enforce any law that is reasonably necessary to protect the public health.
(b)  The governing bodies of municipalities and the commissioners courts of counties may cooperate with one another in making necessary improvements and providing services to promote the public health in accordance with Chapter 791, Government Code.
(c)  The commissioners court of a county may grant authority under this subsection to a county employee who is trained by a health authority appointed by the county under Section 121.021, by a local health department established under Section 121.031, or by a public health district established under Section 121.041 and who is not a peace officer.  The court may grant to the employee the power to issue a citation in an unincorporated area of the county to enforce any law or order of the commissioners court that is reasonably necessary to protect the public health.  A citation issued under this subsection must state the name of the person cited, the violation charged, and the time and place the person is required to appear in court.  If a person who receives a citation under this subsection fails to appear on the return date of the citation, the court may issue a warrant for the person's arrest for the violation described in the citation.
Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.  Amended by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. 562, Sec. 1, eff. Aug. 26, 1991.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 3.0362, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 121 - Local Public Health Reorganization Act › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 121.0035. Regulation of Mobile Food Units and Roadside Food Vendors in Certain Populous Areas

Sec. 121.0035.  REGULATION OF MOBILE FOOD UNITS AND ROADSIDE FOOD VENDORS IN CERTAIN POPULOUS AREAS.  (a)  In this section, "mobile food unit" and "roadside food vendor" have the meanings assigned under Section 437.001.
(b)  A municipality with a population of 1.5 million or more and a county with a population of 3.4 million or more shall enforce state law and rules adopted under state law concerning mobile food units and roadside food vendors in the same manner that the county or municipality enforces other health and safety regulations relating to food service.
Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 1288 (H.B. 2507), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2005.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 121 - Local Public Health Reorganization Act › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 121.004. Local Health Units

Sec. 121.004.  LOCAL HEALTH UNITS.  A local health unit is a division of municipal or county government that provides public health services but does not provide each service listed under Section 121.006(d) or required of a public health district under Section 121.043(a).
Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 3.0363, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 121 - Local Public Health Reorganization Act › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 121.005. State and Local Affiliation; Contracts

Sec. 121.005.  STATE AND LOCAL AFFILIATION;  CONTRACTS.  (a)  A local health unit, local health department, or public health district may become affiliated with the department to facilitate the exchange of information and the coordination of public health services.
(b)  To be affiliated with the department, a local health unit, local health department, or public health district must annually provide to the department information relating to:
(1)  services provided;
(2)  staffing patterns;  and
(3)  funding sources and budget.
(c)  The department may contract with a local health unit, local health department, or public health district for the provision of public health services.
(d)  The executive commissioner may adopt rules necessary to implement this section.
Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 3.0364, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 121 - Local Public Health Reorganization Act › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 121.006. Public Health Services Fees; State Support

Sec. 121.006.  PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES FEES;  STATE SUPPORT.  (a)  The governing body of a municipality, the commissioners court of a county, or the administrative board of a public health district may adopt ordinances or rules to charge fees for public health services.
(b)  A municipality, county, or public health district may not deny public health services to an individual because of inability to pay for the services.  A municipality, county, or public health district shall provide for the reduction or waiver of a fee for an individual who cannot pay for services in whole or in part.
(c)  Chapter 783, Government Code, and standards adopted under that chapter control, if applicable, if the local health unit, local health department, or public health district receives state support for the provision of public health services.
(c-1)  A fee for a public health service charged in the jurisdiction of a public health district may be uniform throughout the district regardless of which governmental entity member of the district charges the fee.  The fee may be set at an amount up to the highest amount charged by any governmental entity member of the district.
(d)  In this section, "public health services" means:
(1)  personal health promotion and maintenance services;
(2)  infectious disease control and prevention services;
(3)  environmental and consumer health programs;
(4)  public health education and information services;
(5)  laboratory services;  and
(6)  administrative services.
Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.
Amended by:
Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 810 (S.B. 1380), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2007.
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 3.0365, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 121 - Local Public Health Reorganization Act › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 121.0065. Grants for Essential Public Health Services

Sec. 121.0065.  GRANTS FOR ESSENTIAL PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES.  (a)  Subject to the availability of funds, the department shall administer a program under which appropriated money may be granted to counties, municipalities, public health districts, and other political subdivisions for use by the counties, municipalities, public health districts, and other political subdivisions to provide or pay for essential public health services.
(b)  The grants authorized by Subsection (a) shall be distributed equally between urban and rural areas of the state.
(c)  The executive commissioner shall adopt rules governing:
(1)  the allocation formula for grants awarded under this section;
(2)  the manner in which a municipality, county, public health district, or other political subdivision applies for a grant;
(3)  the procedures for awarding grants; and
(4)  the minimum essential public health services to be provided under the grant and other standards applicable to the services to be provided under the grant.
(d)  A municipality, county, public health district, or other political subdivision that receives a grant under this section, in consultation with the department, shall develop a plan to evaluate the effectiveness, accessibility, and quality of the essential public health services that are provided under the grant.  The plan must:
(1)  identify the outcomes that are intended to result from the use of the grant money and establish a mechanism to measure those outcomes;  and
(2)  establish performance standards for the delivery of essential public health services and a mechanism to measure compliance with those standards.
(e)  The governing body of the municipality, the commissioners court of the county, or the members of a public health district may appoint a local health board to monitor the use of the money received under this section.
(f)  A public health board established under Section 121.034 or 121.046 may serve as the local health board authorized under Subsection (e).
(g)  The governing body of the municipality or the commissioners court of a county may serve as the local health board authorized under Subsection (e).  If the governing body of the municipality or the commissioners court of the county elects to serve as the local health board, the governing body or commissioners court may appoint an advisory committee to advise the governing body or commissioners court with respect to the use of the money granted under this section.
(h)  Chapter 783, Government Code, and standards adopted under that chapter control if applicable to a grant made under this section.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1378, Sec. 2, eff. June 19, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 3.0366, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Health and Safety Code › Title 2 - Health › Subtitle F - Local Regulation of Public Health › Chapter 121 - Local Public Health Reorganization Act › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 121.0066. Essential Public Health Services Provided by Department

Sec. 121.0066.  ESSENTIAL PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES PROVIDED BY DEPARTMENT.  (a)  Subject to the availability of funds, the department may provide essential public health services for a population for which a municipality, county, public health district, or other political subdivision is not receiving a grant to provide those services under Section 121.0065.
(b)  Subject to the availability of funds, the department shall develop a plan that complies with Section 121.0065(d) to evaluate the effectiveness, accessibility, and quality of essential public health services provided under this section.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1378, Sec. 2, eff. June 19, 1999.