HB 3 88-0 (2023)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.Sponsor: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to measures for ensuring public school safety, including the development and implementation of purchases relating to and funding for public school safety and security requirements and the provision of safety-related resources.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | City Government--Employees/Officers | CONSTABLES | County Government--Employees/Officers | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Fire Fighters & Police--General | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Governor | GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF HOMELAND SECURITY | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Purchasing--General | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Safety | SCHOOL SAFETY & SECURITY, OFFICE OF | SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS | SHERIFFS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control | Weapons
HB 13 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to training, preparedness, and funding for school safety and emergencies in public schools.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PERMANENT SCHOOL FUND CORPORATION, TEXAS | Safety | SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Weapons
HB 49 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to public access to certain hospital investigation information and materials.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Open Records | PATIENT RIGHTS & PROTECTION
HB 98 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the administration, provision, and Medicaid reimbursement of mental health or behavioral health services provided to certain public school students.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 186 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to the county in which an application for court-ordered mental health services must be filed.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 201 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to a requirement to report through the Public Education Information Management System the number of students transported from a school district or open-enrollment charter school for a mental health emergency detention.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 248 88-0 (2023)
Author: Murr, AndrewSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to solicitation of patients and other prohibited marketing practices and the establishment of the task force on patient solicitation; increasing criminal penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| ADVERTISING | ATTORNEY GENERAL | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PATIENT SOLICITATION, TASK FORCE ON
HB 299 88-0 (2023)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the creation of a voluntary accreditation for recovery housing; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Housing--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 340 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child.
House: Insurance
Received from the House
| INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 381 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with an intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Courts--Judges | Courts--Juries | Crimes--Capital Punishment | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 400 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to innovation grant programs to support residency training programs in psychiatric specialty fields and recruitment, training, and retention programs in behavioral health fields.
House: Higher Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SPECIALTY HEALTH CARE & MEDICAL SPECIALISTS
HB 446 88-0 (2023)
Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the terminology used in statute to refer to intellectual disability and certain references to abolished health and human services agencies.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Statutory Revision
HB 466 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to the requirements for and compilation of certain emergency mental health detention records.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | RECORDS MANAGEMENT
HB 470 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to an acute psychiatric bed registry to list available beds for the inpatient psychiatric treatment of certain individuals.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 479 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to the period for transporting a criminal defendant who is found incompetent to stand trial to a facility for competency restoration services and to the compensation to the county for the costs of confinement occurring after that period.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Criminal Procedure--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 484 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to suicide prevention in municipal jails.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 492 88-0 (2023)
Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Sparks, Kevin
Relating to the creation and operation of a mental health services district by the Midland County Hospital District of Midland County, Texas, and the Ector County Hospital District.
House: County Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| AUDITS & AUDITORS | ECTOR COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MIDLAND COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital
HB 530 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the terminology used in statute to refer to intellectual disability.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Considered in Calendars
| Disabilities, Persons with | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 533 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to the seizure of firearms during the emergency detention of certain persons who may have a mental illness.
House: Community Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Weapons
HB 551 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to a study on the prevalence of the use of psychoactive or psychotropic medication by persons who have committed suicide.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 579 88-0 (2023)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to procedures for the alternative assessment or exemption from assessment of certain public school students who receive special education services and alternative accountability plans for certain campuses serving students who receive special education services.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 671 88-0 (2023)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to a veterans suicide prevention campaign.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | SUICIDE | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 726 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the criteria for court-ordered inpatient and extended inpatient mental health services.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Courts--Judges | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 727 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with severe mental illness.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Received from the House
| Crimes--Capital Punishment | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 729 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the statewide intellectual and developmental disability coordinating council.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATEWIDE INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY COORDINATING COUNCIL | Sunset—Required Reviews | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY CENTER ON DISABILITY & DEVELOPMENT | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN CENTER FOR DISABILITY STUDIES | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 803 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the establishment of a work group to conduct a study on the feasibility of implementing an acute psychiatric bed registry.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Interim Studies | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 906 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the provision of information regarding mental health and suicide prevention services to entering students at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 1007 88-0 (2023)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to prohibiting weapons in certain facilities or residences providing services to individuals with an intellectual disability or a developmental disability.
House: Community Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Disabilities, Persons with | JOSHUA'S ACT | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Weapons
HB 1008 88-0 (2023)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Relating to suspending the employment of certain persons who provide care to individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability and who are alleged to have engaged in reportable conduct; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1009 88-0 (2023)
Author: Turner, ChrisSponsor: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to imposing requirements on the employment of or contracts for certain individuals providing services to individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability, including requiring certain facilities and Medicaid providers 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; providing administrative penalties.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1010 88-0 (2023)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the insurable interest of certain persons providing care to individuals with disabilities in the life of those individuals.
House: Human Services Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Disabilities, Persons with | Insurance--Life & Annuities | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1042 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to certain notice and filing requirements in court proceedings involving persons with mental illness.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONSTABLES | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
HB 1066 88-0 (2023)
Author: VanDeaver, Gary
Relating to a psychological assessment of homicidal risk of a public school student following the student's expulsion or placement in a disciplinary alternative education program for certain conduct.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Crimes--Juvenile | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1106 88-0 (2023)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki | et. al.Sponsor: Hall, Bob
Relating to the training of and the provision of acupuncture services by an acudetox specialist.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| ACUPUNCTURE & ORIENTAL MEDICINE | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1113 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a low-interest loan program for entrepreneurs with physical or mental disabilities.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| Disabilities, Persons with | Financial--General | LOANS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1149 88-0 (2023)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to parental consent for certain activities engaged in by a school district employee or contractor with respect to the parent's child.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 1157 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.Sponsor: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to excused absences from public school for certain students to attend mental health care appointments.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1167 88-0 (2023)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the licensing of marriage and family therapists, marriage and family therapist associates, professional counselors, professional counselor associates, and social workers, including certain out-of-state applicants.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 1211 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to financial assistance, including repayment of loans, for certain students attending postsecondary educational institutions.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SCHOLARSHIPS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 1337 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to step therapy protocols required by health benefit plans for coverage of prescription drugs for serious mental illnesses.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1359 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to certain proceedings in juvenile court for children with mental illness and intellectual disabilities.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 1390 88-0 (2023)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to telemedicine medical services and telehealth services covered by certain health benefit plans or provided by a pharmacist.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health Care Providers | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | TELEMEDICINE
HB 1396 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the provision of counseling services by certain providers under Medicaid and reimbursement for those services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1397 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the provision of community recovery organization peer-to-peer services under Medicaid.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1398 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to extreme risk protective orders; creating criminal offenses.
House: Community Safety, Select
Referred to Community Safety, Select
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General | Family--Family Violence | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 1400 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the establishment of outpatient treatment programs to provide court-ordered outpatient mental health services in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| County Government--General | Courts--County & Statutory | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1401 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to procedures regarding defendants who may lack the capacity to understand or participate in criminal proceedings or who have participated in certain competency restoration programs.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 1403 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and hospital districts of disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| BEXAR COUNTY | DALLAS COUNTY | EL PASO COUNTY | HARRIS COUNTY | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HONORABLE RUTH JONES MCCLENDON ACT | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | NUECES COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital | TRAVIS COUNTY | WEBB COUNTY
HB 1405 88-0 (2023)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the automatic expunction of arrest records and files for certain public safety employees who successfully complete a public safety employees treatment court program.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Criminal Procedure--General | EXPUNCTION OF RECORDS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1457 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.Sponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to required military informed care or military cultural competency training for certain personnel of entities that provide mental health services to veterans or veterans' families before award of a state agency grant.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1464 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to preliminary examination periods for mental health protective custody and the criteria for and duration of certain court-ordered mental health services.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1469 88-0 (2023)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to personnel training requirements for nursing facilities and assisted living facilities that advertise an Alzheimer's care unit or memory care unit.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 1485 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to staff development requirements for public educators regarding suicide prevention and other mental health training.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Withdrawn from schedule
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1486 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gerdes, Stan | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of a mental health leave policy for certain telecommunicators.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | TELECOMMUNICATORS
HB 1520 88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department and the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | JUVENILE SERVICES, ADVISORY COUNCIL ON | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT -- TJJD | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Employees | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 1551 88-0 (2023)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to repayment of certain mental health professional education loans.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
HB 1571 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to the reimbursement under Medicaid of local educational agencies for the provision of health care services to students.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1641 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain individuals diagnosed with certain mental health disorders for whom federal matching money is available.
House: Health Care Reform, Select
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1644 88-0 (2023)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to a study on mental health professionals or mental health response teams responding to a behavioral health-related emergency call.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Interim Studies | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1673 88-0 (2023)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to training requirements for staff members of certain assisted living facilities that provide care to persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1679 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to unprofessional conduct by mental health providers who attempt to change the sexual orientation of a child.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
HB 1726 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to the reimbursement and payment of claims by certain health benefit plan issuers for telemedicine medical services, teledentistry dental services, and telehealth services.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
| DENTAL SERVICES | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health Care Providers | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TELEMEDICINE
HB 1751 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to the collection and reporting of certain information regarding mental health jail diversion.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 1795 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the reimbursement under Medicaid of local educational agencies for the provision of health care services to students.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1805 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by patients with certain medical conditions.
House: Public Health Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1857 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the certificate of medical examination for chemical dependency and the duration of court-ordered treatment for a person with a chemical dependency.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | ANELL BORREGO ACT | Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1898 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to a grant program to fund the provision by children's hospitals of mental and behavioral health services to children in this state.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Hospitals | Human Services--Child Services | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1904 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gámez, Erin | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a border county mental health task force.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BORDER COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH TASK FORCE | BORDER HEALTH, OFFICE OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1927 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.
Relating to a parent's right to intervene in the apprehension by a peace officer of a child for an emergency detention and certain requirements and restrictions applicable to an emergency detention.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL RIGHTS | PEACE OFFICERS | RESTRAINTS
HB 1945 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to access to certain Internet websites in public schools.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1972 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to policies and procedures regarding children placed by the Department of Family and Protective Services in a residential treatment center or program.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1987 88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to municipal regulation of structured sober living homes.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | City Government--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2034 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to certain mental health policies and services for peace officers and fire fighters.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2037 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Ann
Relating to certain proceedings in juvenile court for children with mental illness and intellectual disabilities.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2044 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bowers, Rhetta | et. al.
Relating to depression screenings for certain women in county jail or in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2059 88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to mental health first aid training provided by local mental health authorities and local behavioral health authorities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Courts--Judges | Day Care | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Lawyers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2072 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to eligibility for a grant to reduce recidivism, arrest, and incarceration of individuals with mental illness.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2090 88-0 (2023)
Author: Manuel, Christian | et. al.
Relating to an elective course on community safety, firearm safety, and mental health for certain public high school students.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety | Weapons
HB 2100 88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to eligibility requirements for student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
HB 2104 88-0 (2023)
Author: Manuel, Christian
Relating to requiring a school district to employ a social worker to assist district security personnel and oversee the district's threat assessment and safe and supportive school teams.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 2116 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bumgarner, Ben
Relating to psychological evaluations before the provision of gender reassignment treatments and procedures.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 2148 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to a study on veteran deaths caused by suicide.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2149 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to notice of rights provided to a patient receiving inpatient mental health, chemical dependency, or comprehensive medical rehabilitation services at certain facilities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PATIENT RIGHTS & PROTECTION | SIGNS
HB 2160 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to mental health professional staffing requirements at law schools at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2233 88-0 (2023)
Author: Spiller, David | et. al.
Relating to required mental health awareness training for first responders.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | TEXAS A&M ENGINEERING EXTENSION SERVICE
HB 2237 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the child first grant program.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 2337 88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the provision of certain intensive outpatient services and partial hospitalization services under Medicaid.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2361 88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the qualifications for a person to provide services as a mental health and substance use resource for school districts.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 2417 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to providing a person taken into custody for emergency detention with information concerning the person's rights.
House: Public Health
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2451 88-0 (2023)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to the permissible uses of the school safety allotment and the creation of a mental health allotment under the Foundation School Program.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2470 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to prohibited adverse employment action against certain first responders based on mental illness.
House: State Affairs Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2506 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to procedures applicable to the emergency detention of a person with mental illness at a mental health facility, including the detention, transportation, and transfer of the person and to certain best practices for courts with jurisdiction over emergency mental health matters.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2507 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to procedures for the emergency detention of certain persons with mental illness.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Criminal Procedure--General | Electronic Information Systems | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2552 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to required suicide prevention training for certain health care practitioners.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS | BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT BOARD, TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE
HB 2563 88-0 (2023)
Author: Vo, Hubert
Relating to a study on the disparities in the provision of certain health care services to Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in this state.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Interim Studies | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2588 88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to the permissible uses of the school safety allotment and the creation of a mental health allotment under the Foundation School Program.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--School Districts | FOUNDATION SCHOOL FUND | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2594 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to requiring training in the importance of mental and physical health as a requisite for certain medical degrees.
House: Higher Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2600 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frazier, Frederick | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the employment of peace officers who seek or receive mental health care.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2638 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Ann | et. al.
Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for multisystemic therapy services.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2698 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to requiring each state agency to post on the agency's Internet website information on suicide prevention.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | SUICIDE
HB 2733 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hayes, Richard
Relating to the confinement in a county jail of certain defendants who are incompetent to stand trial and to the compensation to the county for the costs of that confinement.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2743 88-0 (2023)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to procedures regarding the court-ordered administration of psychoactive medication for criminal defendants who are found incompetent to stand trial.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Criminal Procedure--General | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 2773 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to the reimbursement under Medicaid of local educational agencies for the provision of health care services to students.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2780 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the reporting of mental health and intellectual disability information with respect to certain children for purposes of a federal firearm background check.
House: Community Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| Criminal Procedure--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Disabilities, Persons with | INCAPACITATED PERSONS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 2868 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to providing mental health services and mental health education to public school students at school-based health centers.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--General | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SCHOOL HEALTH EDUCATION ADVISORY COUNCILS
HB 2881 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela
Relating to excused absences from public school for a student's mental or behavioral health.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2898 88-0 (2023)
Author: Garcia, Josey | et. al.
Relating to the definition of preventable death of a child.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 2972 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Ann
Relating to persons who are acquitted by reason of insanity in a criminal case.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Criminal Procedure--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Interim Studies | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2995 88-0 (2023)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the prescribing of medical cannabis for medical use to certain veterans with combat-related injuries or medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations under the Texas Compassionate Use Program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3077 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to coverage for certain services relating to postpartum depression under the Medicaid and CHIP perinatal programs.
House: Health Care Reform, Select
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 3140 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to eligibility requirements for the Teach for Texas Loan Repayment Assistance Program.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Higher--Tuition | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
HB 3271 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the seizure of firearms during the emergency detention of certain persons who may have a mental illness.
House: Community Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | Weapons
HB 3330 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the establishment of a task force on the statewide alert systems for abducted children and missing persons with intellectual disabilities.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
| ALERT SYSTEM | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | Electronic Information Systems | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Crimes Against | MISSING CHILDREN | MISSING PERSONS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3346 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to the administration of medication to certain persons in the custody of a sheriff.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | SHERIFFS
HB 3396 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hayes, Richard | et. al.
Relating to requiring the Health and Human Services Commission to establish a plan to bring certain funded forensic state hospital beds online.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Hospitals | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 3416 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the eligibility of certain first responders for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder under the workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3424 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frazier, Frederick | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the eligibility and training requirements for commissioned security officers and personal protection officers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Weapons
HB 3435 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to creating the criminal offense of making a firearm accessible to a detained person.
House: Community Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Weapons
HB 3460 88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to coverage for mental health conditions and substance use disorders under certain governmental health benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3462 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, CandySponsor: Sparks, Kevin
Relating to the consolidation of ombudsman programs administered by the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES OFFICE OF THE OMBUDSMAN | MANAGED CARE | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | OMBUDSMAN FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ACCESS TO CARE | OMBUDSMAN FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH IN FOSTER CARE | OMBUDSMAN FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AN INTELLECTUAL OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY | OMBUDSMAN FOR MANAGED CARE ASSISTANCE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Employees
HB 3488 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela
Relating to creating a mental health allotment under the Foundation School Program.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3504 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to an application for emergency detention, procedures regarding court-ordered mental health services, and certain rights of patients admitted to private mental hospitals and certain other mental health facilities.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Courts--Judges | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | VIDEOCONFERENCING
HB 3528 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz | et. al.Sponsor: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee to study suicide prevention and peer support programs in fire departments in this state.
House: Urban Affairs Senate: Local Government
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Interim Studies | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SUICIDE
HB 3530 88-0 (2023)
Author: Neave Criado, Victoria
Relating to the confinement in a county jail of certain defendants who are incompetent to stand trial and to the compensation to the county for the costs of that confinement.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3532 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to notification requirements for law enforcement agencies regarding a missing child with an intellectual disability or mental illness.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | Electronic Information Systems | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Crimes Against | MISSING CHILDREN
HB 3534 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to the provision of information regarding suicide prevention and certain state laws applicable to handgun license holders.
House: Community Safety, Select
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Crime Prevention | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE | Weapons
HB 3566 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to statewide standards for the provision of and health benefit plan coverage of substance use and addiction treatment.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3616 88-0 (2023)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to the payment of costs for certain mental health hearings or proceedings and a county's entitlement to reimbursement for those costs.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| County Government--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3631 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lalani, Suleman
Relating to a requirement that public institutions of higher education provide certain information regarding mental health services to entering students.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3640 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of a property other than a residence homestead that is the primary residence of an adult who has an intellectual or developmental disability and who must be related to the owner or trustee of the property within a certain degree by consanguinity.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Property Interests--Homestead | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 3690 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Jolanda
Relating to the establishment of the Healthy Minds Campus program by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3724 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the maternal mental health peer support pilot program for perinatal mood and anxiety disorder.
House: Health Care Reform, Select
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 3800 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Ken
Relating to the participation of campus-based mental health professionals in certain managed care plans.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Insurance--Health & Accident | MANAGED CARE | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3815 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gámez, Erin
Relating to the contents of a report on the regional allocation of mental health beds.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3838 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to trauma-informed care training for certain state employees developed by the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Employees
HB 3858 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frazier, Frederick | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to peace officer wellness programs within certain law enforcement agencies.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 3867 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to requirements regarding certain behavior management for a student enrolled in a special education program of a public school and related reporting requirements regarding the use of restraint.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RESTRAINTS
HB 3872 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to hiring and employment requirements for persons in direct contact with children at certain facilities.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| CHILD ABUSE | City Government--General | County Government--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Labor--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety | Minors--Juvenile Justice | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3898 88-0 (2023)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to establishing a pilot program to provide a life skills advisor and establish a life skills circle to assess certain student behavior at public high school campuses in certain counties.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3903 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the definition of psychiatrist for purposes of certain provisions relating to mental health care examinations, evaluations, and services.
House: Public Health
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 3904 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to emergency detention by a physician of certain persons with mental illness for preliminary examination at a facility.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS
HB 3908 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to fentanyl abuse prevention and drug poisoning awareness education in public schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | FENTANYL POISONING AWARENESS WEEK | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | TUCKER'S LAW
HB 3986 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lalani, Suleman
Relating to the authority of a peace officer to apprehend a person for emergency detention and the authority of certain facilities and physicians to temporarily detain a person with mental illness.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | PHYSICIANS
HB 3996 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bryant, John | et. al.
Relating to regulating certain firearm transfers, possession of certain firearms, and protective orders prohibiting possession of a firearm; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties.
House: Community Safety, Select
Referred to Community Safety, Select
| Courts--General | Crimes--Miscellaneous | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | ROBB ELEMENTARY FIREARM SAFETY ACT | Weapons
HB 4009 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to procedures applicable to the emergency detention of a person with mental illness at a mental health facility, including the detention, transportation, and transfer of the person and to certain best practices for courts with jurisdiction over emergency mental health matters.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 4033 88-0 (2023)
Author: Buckley, Brad
Relating to discipline management and access to telehealth mental health services in public schools.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| CHILD MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | TELEMEDICINE
HB 4037 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hayes, Richard
Relating to the time period for conducting a pretrial hearing after a criminal defendant has been restored to competency.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 4049 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and the transfer to the commission of certain powers and duties from the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Abortion | ADOPTION | CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Family--Child Protection | Family--Child Support | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 4055 88-0 (2023)
Author: Troxclair, Ellen
Relating to requiring school districts to adopt procedures to ensure parents are informed regarding a student's mental, emotional, or physical health or well-being.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PARENTAL RIGHTS
HB 4058 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to the use of opioid antagonists on the campuses of public and private schools and institutions of higher education and at or in transit to or from off-campus school events.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | VOLUNTEERS
HB 4065 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to required reporting by the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding youth in the managing conservatorship of the department who attempt suicide.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
HB 4085 88-0 (2023)
Author: Spiller, David | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the payment by the state or a county of costs for certain mental health hearings or proceedings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| County Government--General | Courts--Judges | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4091 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Ann | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to a request for admission to a specialty inpatient stabilization treatment program by the Department of Family and Protective Services of certain minors in the managing conservatorship of the department.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4107 88-0 (2023)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to examination requirements for purposes of certain guardianship proceedings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| INCAPACITATED PERSONS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 4111 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela
Relating to access to and the provision of behavioral and mental health care services and trauma-informed care in the Medicaid managed care program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 4147 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of certain first responders for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY SYSTEM | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM
HB 4154 88-0 (2023)
Author: Frank, James B.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Mental Health Care Enterprise Fund and the granting of license reciprocity to certain mental health professionals.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 4173 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to state overdose prevention and control efforts and the defense to prosecution for certain offenses involving possession of small amounts of controlled substances, marihuana, dangerous drugs, or abusable volatile chemicals, or possession of drug paraphernalia for defendants seeking assistance for a suspected overdose.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Interim Studies | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION COLLABORATIVE
HB 4185 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bailes, Ernest | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program to award grants for personalized treatment protocols for veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Referred to Vet Affairs
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans
HB 4200 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to the provision of services by nonphysician mental health professionals at school districts.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4288 88-0 (2023)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to a study on the use of alternative therapies for treating post-traumatic stress disorder.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4415 88-0 (2023)
Author: Tepper, CarlSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the transfer of certain real property from the Health and Human Services Commission to the StarCare Specialty Health System.
House: Land & Resource Management Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Hospitals | LUBBOCK COUNTY | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Property Interests--Real Property | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 4423 88-0 (2023)
Author: Garcia, Josey | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Psilocybin Research Advisory Council.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PSILOCYBIN RESEARCH ADVISORY COUNCIL | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 4431 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the creation of a voluntary accreditation for recovery housing and the post-release housing of certain inmates on parole or to mandatory supervision in an accredited recovery house; authorizing fees.
House: Urban Affairs
Received from the House
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | City Government--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4467 88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the establishment or expansion of behavioral health centers or jail diversion centers in certain local mental health authority service areas.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4561 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Julie | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Alternative Mental Health Therapy Research Consortium and to certain plans, programs, and studies related to the provision of those alternative mental health therapies.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Interim Studies | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans
HB 4629 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the terms and qualifications of members on the Intellectual and Developmental Disability System Redesign Advisory Committee.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4687 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the administration of funding for the coordination of mental health, substance use, and public health care services in this state.
House: Public Health
Received from the House
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE USE, & PUBLIC HEALTH INITIATIVE COUNCIL | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Appropriations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TREASURY SAFEKEEPING TRUST COMPANY, TEXAS
HB 4695 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.
Relating to the provision of artificial intelligence mental health services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Science & Technology
HB 4702 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz | et. al.
Relating to peer support specialists for certain individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability and peer services for those individuals under Medicaid.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4713 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela | et. al.
Relating to group health benefit plan coverage for early treatment of first episode psychosis.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4726 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to prohibiting weapons in certain facilities providing services to individuals with mental illness or an intellectual disability and community centers providing community-based mental health or intellectual disability services.
House: Community Safety, Select
Referred to Community Safety, Select
| COMMUNITY CENTERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Weapons
HB 4799 88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to the provision of opioid antagonists to clients on discharge from a chemical dependency treatment facility.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS
HB 4801 88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to the use of the money in the Opioid Abatement Account.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 4886 88-0 (2023)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to sexually violent predators and the prosecution of certain offenses involving prohibited items at correctional or civil commitment facilities; creating a criminal offense.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| CIVIL COMMITMENT | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Courts--Appellate | Courts--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Law Enforcement | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RESTRAINTS | SUPREME COURT | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | TEXAS CIVIL COMMITMENT OFFICE
HB 4923 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al.
Relating to the administration of a grant program to support community mental health programs for veterans and their families.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Referred to Vet Affairs
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans
HB 4972 88-0 (2023)
Author: Garcia, Josey | et. al.
Relating to a study on mental health services provided to veterans through the Texas Veterans Commission.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Referred to Vet Affairs
| Interim Studies | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4985 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lujan, John | et. al.
Relating to a grant program for technological enhancements at certain health care facilities that provide mental health care services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4998 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion pilot program in Bexar County.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| BEXAR COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 5088 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to procedures regarding certain persons who are or may be persons with a mental illness or intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Reported favorably as substituted
| Courts--General | Courts--Judges | Courts--Justice | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | Minors--Health & Safety | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 5096 88-0 (2023)
Author: Manuel, Christian
Relating to mental health first aid training for certain school district employees and volunteers.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select
Referred to Youth Health & Safety, Select
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | VOLUNTEERS
HB 5196 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to a study on mental health services provided to veterans through the Texas Veterans Commission.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 5210 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the authority of a peace officer to apprehend a person for emergency detention and the authority of certain facilities and professionals to temporarily detain a person with mental illness.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | PHYSICIANS
HB 5230 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of prescription drugs for serious mental illnesses and opioid and substance use disorders.
House: Insurance
Withdrawn from schedule
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 5238 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny
Relating to procedures for identifying defendants suspected of having a mental illness or intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 5244 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to certain hospitals and their treatment of mental health.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 5265 88-0 (2023)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for certain inpatient mental health services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HJR 90 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds to provide funding for the construction, expansion, maintenance, and operation of state mental health facilities.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
| BONDS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HJR 135 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Mental Health and Brain Research Institute of Texas and establishing the Mental Health and Brain Institute Research Fund for the purposes of scientific research of all forms of mental health and human brain disease and disorders.
House: Higher Education
Received from the House
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Legislature | MENTAL HEALTH & BRAIN RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Finances--Management & Control
HJR 150 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the market value of a property that is the primary residence of an adult who has an intellectual or developmental disability and who must be related to the owner or trustee of the property within a certain degree by consanguinity.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Property Interests--Homestead | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 24 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and the transfer to the commission of certain powers and duties from the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Abortion | ADOPTION | CHILD ABUSE | Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Family--Child Protection | Family--Child Support | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 26 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.
Relating to local mental health authority and local behavioral health authority audits and mental and behavioral health reporting, services, and programs.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | AUDITS & AUDITORS | BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE CENTERS | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 47 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the licensing of marriage and family therapists, marriage and family therapist associates, professional counselors, professional counselor associates, and social workers, including certain out-of-state applicants.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 63 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to an instruction guide for family members and caregivers of veterans who have mental health disorders.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 64 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain notice and filing requirements in court proceedings involving persons with mental illness.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONSTABLES | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
SB 112 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the inclusion of a mental health course in the required curriculum for public high school students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 113 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the provision of on-campus mental health services by a school district and reimbursement under Medicaid for certain services provided to eligible students.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 245 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to discipline management and access to telehealth mental health services in public schools.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| CHILD MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | TELEMEDICINE
SB 295 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the payment by the state or a county of costs for certain mental health hearings or proceedings.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| County Government--General | Courts--Judges | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 332 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the terminology used in statute to refer to intellectual disability and certain references to abolished health and human services agencies.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Statutory Revision
SB 362 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the terminology used in statute to refer to intellectual disability.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 393 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to parental rights in public education and prohibiting instruction regarding sexual orientation or gender identity for public school students; authorizing a civil remedy.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PARENTAL CONSENT | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PARENTAL RIGHTS
SB 400 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to requiring parental consent for psychological or psychiatric examination, testing, or treatment conducted by a school district employee.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PARENTAL CONSENT
SB 439 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to unprofessional conduct by mental health providers who attempt to change the sexual orientation of a child.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
SB 444 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to depression screenings for certain women in county jail or in the custody of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 452 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to step therapy protocols required by health benefit plans for coverage of prescription drugs for serious mental illnesses.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 524 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the statewide intellectual and developmental disability coordinating council.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATEWIDE INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY COORDINATING COUNCIL | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY CENTER ON DISABILITY & DEVELOPMENT | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN CENTER FOR DISABILITY STUDIES | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 532 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Kuempel, John | et. al.
Relating to providing mental health services information to certain higher education students and to the repayment of certain higher education loans.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
SB 581 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to a veterans suicide prevention campaign.
Senate: Veteran Affairs
Co-author authorized
| INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | SUICIDE | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 595 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to requiring parental consent for psychological or psychiatric examination, testing, or treatment conducted by a school district employee.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT
SB 633 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the provision of information regarding mental health and suicide prevention services to entering students at public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
SB 716 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the definition of post-traumatic stress disorder under the workers' compensation system.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
| Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 724 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to the reimbursement and payment of claims by certain health benefit plan issuers for telemedicine medical services, teledentistry dental services, and telehealth services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| DENTAL SERVICES | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health Care Providers | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TELEMEDICINE
SB 725 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to procedures for identifying defendants suspected of having a mental illness or intellectual disability.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 728 88-0 (2023)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the reporting of mental health and intellectual disability information with respect to certain children for purposes of a federal firearm background check.
House: Community Safety, Select Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Criminal Procedure--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Disabilities, Persons with | INCAPACITATED PERSONS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
SB 774 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the provision of services by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to offenders with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 804 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to eligibility requirements for student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
SB 850 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium.
House: Youth Health & Safety, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| CHILD MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER
SB 884 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to suicide awareness and prevention training for certain employees of the Texas Veterans Commission.
Senate: Veteran Affairs
Referred to Vet Affairs
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | SUICIDE | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 891 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to excused absences from public school for a student's mental or behavioral health.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 905 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the provision of certain intensive outpatient services and partial hospitalization services under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 919 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the training of and the provision of acupuncture services by an acudetox specialist.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ACUPUNCTURE & ORIENTAL MEDICINE | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 944 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Lambert, Stan
Relating to the commitment order for individuals with intellectual disabilities who are committed to state supported living centers.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | CIVIL COMMITMENT | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 948 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the permissible uses of the school safety allotment and the creation of a mental health allotment under the Foundation School Program.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 963 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the distribution of the opioid abatement trust account.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1020 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the automatic expunction of arrest records and files for certain public safety employees who successfully complete a public safety employees treatment court program.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Criminal Procedure--General | EXPUNCTION OF RECORDS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1043 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to the reimbursement and payment of claims by certain health benefit plan issuers for telemedicine medical services, teledentistry dental services, and telehealth services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| DENTAL SERVICES | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health Care Providers | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TELEMEDICINE
SB 1101 88-0 (2023)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to excused absences from public school for certain students to attend mental health care appointments.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1103 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the transfer of certain real property from the Health and Human Services Commission to the StarCare Specialty Health System.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Hospitals | LUBBOCK COUNTY | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Property Interests--Real Property | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1179 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Herrero, Abel
Relating to sexually violent predators and the prosecution of certain offenses involving prohibited items at correctional or civil commitment facilities; creating a criminal offense.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| CIVIL COMMITMENT | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS | Courts--Appellate | Courts--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Law Enforcement | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RESTRAINTS | SEXUAL OFFENDERS | SUPREME COURT | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES | TEXAS CIVIL COMMITMENT OFFICE
SB 1184 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the reporting of mental health and intellectual disability information with respect to certain children for purposes of a federal firearm background check.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Criminal Procedure--General | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Disabilities, Persons with | INCAPACITATED PERSONS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
SB 1220 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to group health benefit plan coverage for early treatment of first episode psychosis.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1228 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the establishment of a grant program for local mental health authorities building new mental health facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Appropriations
SB 1241 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to the permissible use of the school safety allotment under the Foundation School Program for certain mental health services.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1269 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Vasut, Cody
Relating to admissibility and disclosure of certain evidence in a suit affecting the parent-child relationship filed by the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: State Affairs
Postponed
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | CHILD ABUSE | EVIDENCE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1274 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Relating to regulating certain firearm transfers, possession of certain firearms, and protective orders prohibiting possession of a firearm; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Courts--General | Crimes--Miscellaneous | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | ROBB ELEMENTARY FIREARM SAFETY ACT | Weapons
SB 1279 88-0 (2023)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the release on personal bond of certain defendants with a mental illness or an intellectual disability.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1282 88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Mental Health Care Enterprise Fund and the granting of license reciprocity to certain mental health professionals.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1313 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the confinement in a county jail of certain defendants who are incompetent to stand trial and to the compensation to the county for the costs of that confinement.
Senate: Finance
Co-author authorized
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1365 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to a grant program to fund the provision by children's hospitals of mental and behavioral health services to children in this state.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Hospitals | Human Services--Child Services | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1384 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the establishment of the child first grant program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Human Services--Child Services | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Appropriations
SB 1433 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to procedures for the emergency detention of certain persons with mental illness.
House: Public Health Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Public Health
| Criminal Procedure--General | Electronic Information Systems | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 1463 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to a grant program for a nonprofit organization or political subdivision to establish or expand a behavioral health crisis response program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| 9-1-1 EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | City Government--General | County Government--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1491 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the licensing in this state of a person licensed in another jurisdiction to practice psychology, marriage and family therapy, or professional counseling.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | Family--Marriage Relationship | Intergovernmental Relations | MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS
SB 1585 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sparks, Kevin | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Ann | et. al.
Relating to certain proceedings in juvenile court for children with mental illness and intellectual disabilities.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Courts--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice
SB 1587 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the county in which an application for court-ordered mental health services must be filed.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1606 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Leach, Jeff
Relating to evidence and orders regarding intellectual disability or mental condition in certain guardianship proceedings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Disabilities, Persons with | GUARDIANS & WARDS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INCAPACITATED PERSONS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
SB 1677 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the establishment and administration of Health and Human Services Commission programs providing mental health services to certain individuals in this state.
House: Corrections Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| AUDITOR, STATE | AUDITS & AUDITORS | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1727 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, and the powers and duties of the office of inspector general of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vocational | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | INSPECTOR GENERAL FOR TEXAS JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT | Juvenile Boards & Officers | JUVENILE JUSTICE BOARD, TEXAS | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | JUVENILE SERVICES, ADVISORY COUNCIL ON | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT -- TJJD | PEACE OFFICERS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Employees | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 1747 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by patients with certain medical conditions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1792 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the administration of a grant program to support community mental health programs for veterans and their families.
Senate: Veteran Affairs
Referred to Vet Affairs
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans
SB 1815 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to an application for emergency detention and procedures regarding court-ordered mental health services.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Courts--Judges | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | VIDEOCONFERENCING
SB 1816 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to procedures regarding court-ordered mental health services.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Courts--General | Courts--Judges | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1903 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a grant program for technological enhancements at certain health care facilities that provide mental health care services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2020 88-0 (2023)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to the creation of the criminal offense of mass terroristic threat and to the establishment of the task force on mass violence prevention.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | TERRORIST THREAT
SB 2047 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to creating a mental health allotment under the Foundation School Program.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2048 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to eligibility requirements for student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
SB 2049 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to repayment of certain mental health professional education loans.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | EXAMINERS OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | STUDENT LOANS
SB 2132 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the provision of counseling services by certain providers under Medicaid and reimbursement for those services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2134 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the use of telemedicine and telehealth services in the juvenile justice system.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Minors--Juvenile Justice | TELEMEDICINE
SB 2163 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of a property that is the primary residence of an adult who has an intellectual or developmental disability and is related to the owner of the property within a certain degree by consanguinity.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 2190 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the provision of applied behavior analysis and associated services through telecommunications or information technology under certain public benefits programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TELEMEDICINE
SB 2191 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to peer support specialists for individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability and peer services for those individuals under Medicaid living outside of state supported living centers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2244 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to certain evidence-based community support services offered by a Medicaid managed care organization in lieu of other services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2253 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to addressing abusive conduct in the workplace; creating a private right of action.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Safety
SB 2279 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for multisystemic therapy services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2287 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a peace officer to apprehend a person for emergency detention and the authority of certain facilities and physicians to temporarily detain a person with mental illness.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Health Care Providers | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | PHYSICIANS
SB 2320 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to required training regarding trauma-informed care for certain child-care providers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 2359 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the establishment of the intellectual disabilities and complex medical needs community support pilot program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
SB 2423 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to required reporting by the Department of Family and Protective Services regarding youth in the managing conservatorship of the department who attempt suicide.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
SB 2448 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the use of funds appropriated by the Department of State Health Services to deliver low-dose, at-home racemic ketamine via telehealth to improve healthcare access and mental health outcomes across rural and high-risk populations.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health Care Providers | Health--Rural | HOME HEALTH CARE | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TELEMEDICINE
SB 2452 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the provision of behavioral health crisis services, including the establishment of crisis centers and mobile crisis teams; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Appropriations | SUICIDE
SB 2467 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the establishment and operation of a mobile narcotic drug treatment unit by a narcotic drug treatment program facility; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2468 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to a study regarding available beds at inpatient mental health facilities providing acute psychiatric treatment.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Interim Studies | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2474 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to civil and administrative penalties assessed for violations of statutes or rules governing chemical dependency treatment facilities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2478 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a student mental health apprenticeship retention and training (SMART) internship grant program.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2479 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Moody, Joe
Relating to procedures regarding certain persons who are or may be persons with a mental illness or intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Courts--General | Courts--Judges | Courts--Justice | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | Minors--Health & Safety | Minors--Juvenile Justice | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 2492 88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to the establishment of an advisory committee to study suicide prevention and peer support programs in fire departments in this state.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | FIRE PROTECTION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Interim Studies | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
SB 2513 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the referral of certain students receiving special education services to a local intellectual and developmental disability authority for services or public benefits.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2527 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of telemedicine medical services, teledentistry services, and telehealth services; providing a civil penalty.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | TELEMEDICINE
SB 2544 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the reimbursement under Medicaid of local educational agencies for the provision of health care services to students.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 2628 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to medical examinations required for admission to a mental health facility.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SCR 57 88-0 (2023)
Author: Sparks, Kevin
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the senate to make corrections in S.B. No. 1585.
Received by the Secretary of the Senate
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice | Resolutions--Corrective
SJR 83 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Phil
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the market value of a property that is the primary residence of an adult who has an intellectual or developmental disability and is related to the owner of the property within a certain degree by consanguinity.
Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 9 88-1 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to extreme risk protective orders; creating criminal offenses.
Filed
| Courts--Administration | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | Protection of Personal Information | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
SB 7 88-1 (2023)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to regulating certain firearm transfers, possession of certain firearms, and protective orders prohibiting possession of a firearm; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties.
Filed
| Courts--General | Crimes--Miscellaneous | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | Minors--Health & Safety | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | ROBB ELEMENTARY FIREARM SAFETY ACT | Weapons
HB 25 88-2 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to extreme risk protective orders; creating criminal offenses.
Filed
| Courts--Administration | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | Protection of Personal Information | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 17 88-3 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the provision of certain behavioral health services, including intensive outpatient services and partial hospitalization services, under Medicaid.
Filed
| Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 74 88-3 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to extreme risk protective orders; creating criminal offenses.
Filed
| Courts--Administration | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | Protection of Personal Information | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 120 88-3 (2023)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to parental consent for certain activities engaged in by a school district employee or contractor with respect to the parent's child.
Filed
| Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PARENTAL CONSENT
SB 40 88-3 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the public school finance system.
Filed
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | Safety | Taxation--School District
SB 44 88-3 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to civil and administrative penalties assessed for violations of statutes or rules governing chemical dependency treatment facilities.
Filed
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 73 88-3 (2023)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to regulating certain firearm transfers, possession of certain firearms, and protective orders prohibiting possession of a firearm; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties.
Filed
| Courts--General | Crimes--Miscellaneous | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | ROBB ELEMENTARY FIREARM SAFETY ACT | Weapons
SB 77 88-3 (2023)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to public education, including parental rights and public school responsibilities regarding instructional materials.
Filed
| BIOMETRIC IDENTIFIERS & VOICEPRINTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | Family--Parent & Child | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PARENTAL CONSENT | PARENTAL RIGHTS | Religion | SEXUAL ORIENTATION | TRANSFER STUDENTS
SB 37 88-4 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the public school finance system.
Filed
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PRESCHOOL & PREKINDERGARTEN | Safety | Taxation--School District
HB 15 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas brain university research initiative.
House: Higher Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | BRAIN INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Finances--Appropriations | Taxation--Sales | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
HB 78 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the creation of a mental health treatment for incarceration diversion pilot program.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FORT BEND COUNTY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 128 87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.
Relating to development corporation projects for the provision of health care and mental health care to the public.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Withdrawn from schedule
| City Government--Finance | County Government--Finance | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Taxation--Sales
HB 140 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with severe mental illness.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Received from the House
| Crimes--Capital Punishment | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 164 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to extreme risk protective orders; creating criminal offenses.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Family--Family Violence | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 240 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
| Health--Children's Insurance | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 260 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to an exemption from civil liability for certain professionals for the disclosure of certain mental health information.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 292 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to creating a voluntary certification for recovery housing.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Housing--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 308 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the provision of certain services by the Kerrville State Hospital to a crisis stabilization unit operated on hospital grounds.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Hospitals | KERRVILLE, CITY OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 313 87-0 (2021)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the requirements for certification as a special officer for offenders with mental impairments.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 319 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to the eligibility for participation in University Interscholastic League activities of public school students who reside in an inpatient mental health facility.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 377 87-0 (2021)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to an alert for a missing person experiencing a mental health crisis.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| ALERT SYSTEM | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MISSING PERSONS | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 395 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to extreme risk protective orders; creating criminal offenses.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Family--Family Violence | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 407 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to unprofessional conduct by mental health providers who attempt to change the sexual orientation of a child.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
HB 412 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a low-interest loan program for entrepreneurs with physical or mental disabilities.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| Disabilities, Persons with | Financial--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 413 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Relating to disclosure requirements of certain facilities that provide care for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 454 87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, WillSponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a specialty treatment court for certain individuals residing with a child who is the subject of a juvenile court case.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Courts--County & Statutory | DRUG COURTS | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 515 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the reimbursement and payment of claims by certain health benefit plan issuers for telemedicine medical services and telehealth services.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TELEMEDICINE
HB 521 87-0 (2021)
Author: Fierro, Art
Relating to the establishment and use of a voluntary registry of individuals experiencing mental illness who waive the right to purchase or receive transfer of a firearm; creating criminal offenses.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Electronic Information Systems | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 522 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Julie | et. al.
Relating to the reimbursement and payment of claims by certain health benefit plan issuers for telemedicine medical services and telehealth services.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TELEMEDICINE
HB 544 87-0 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.
Relating to creating a voluntary certification for recovery housing.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Housing--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 549 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to exemptions from liability for certain professionals for the disclosure of certain mental health information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Protection of Personal Information
HB 560 87-0 (2021)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to unprofessional conduct by mental health providers who attempt to change the sexual orientation of a child.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
HB 581 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of suicide prevention information on student identification cards issued by a public institution of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Withdrawn from schedule
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 600 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the regular psychological examination of peace officers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 697 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to requiring entities that provide mental health services to veterans or veterans' families to provide military informed care or military cultural competency training to certain entity personnel to accept a grant from a state agency.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Referred to Vet Affairs
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 705 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the provision of recovery community organization peer-to-peer services under Medicaid.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 706 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the provision of counseling services by certain providers under Medicaid and reimbursement for those services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 707 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to a study on expanding recovery housing in this state.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Housing--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 742 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
Relating to procedures for the alternative assessment of certain public school students that receive special education services and alternative accountability plans for certain campuses serving students that receive special education services.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 771 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of instruction about bullying and cyberbullying in the required curriculum for public school students.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| BULLYING | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 788 87-0 (2021)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the eligibility of emergency service dispatchers to participate in a public safety employees treatment court program.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| County Government--General | Courts--Administration | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 809 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with post-traumatic stress disorder and the licensing of medical cannabis dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 869 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with an intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Crimes--Capital Punishment | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 898 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to an interagency grant program to support and sustain the operations of community recovery organizations.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 980 87-0 (2021)
Author: Fierro, Art | et. al.
Relating to the reimbursement and payment of claims by certain health benefit plan issuers for telemedicine medical services and telehealth services.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TELEMEDICINE
HB 1001 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by certain patients with post-traumatic stress disorder under the Texas Compassionate Use Act.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1014 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, JohnSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the inclusion of suicide prevention information on certain student identification cards issued by a public school or public institution of higher education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
HB 1050 87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to a study on employing mental health professionals or mental health response teams to assist when responding to a behavioral health-related emergency call.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1051 87-0 (2021)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the eligibility of emergency service dispatchers to participate in a public safety employees treatment court program.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| County Government--General | Courts--Administration | Criminal Procedure--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1080 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility for participation in University Interscholastic League activities of certain public school students who receive outpatient mental health services.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 1108 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of an individual to be issued a license to operate as a dispensing organization under the Texas Compassionate-Use Act, or to act as a director, manager, or employee of a dispensing organization, based on a criminal history background check.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Crimes--Drugs | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1114 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to providing mental health services and mental health education to public school students at school-based health centers.
House: Public Education
Considered in Calendars
| Education--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1144 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to staff development requirements for public educators regarding suicide prevention and other mental health training.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUICIDE
HB 1213 87-0 (2021)
Author: Darby, DrewSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to court reporter costs incurred in a hearing or proceeding for the involuntary detention of a person with mental illness.
House: County Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/21
| County Government--Finance | Courts--Reporters | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1254 87-0 (2021)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the emergency detention of certain persons with a mental illness or cognitive disability; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Courts--Judges | Disabilities, Persons with | Law Enforcement | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1262 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bowers, Rhetta | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to education and training for peace officers on interacting with certain persons.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Placed on intent calendar
| COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS | CONTINUING EDUCATION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | HOMELESS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 1326 87-0 (2021)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the automatic expunction of arrest records and files for certain public safety employees who successfully complete a public safety employees treatment court program.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--General | EXPUNCTION OF RECORDS | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1376 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to compensation received by state employees working in certain high injury risk positions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Salaries & Expenses | State Employees
HB 1384 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to required suicide prevention training for certain health care practitioners.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS | BOARD OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS | BOARD OF PHYSICAL THERAPY EXAMINERS, TEXAS | CHIROPRACTIC EXAMINERS, TEXAS BOARD OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE
HB 1413 87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of rules regarding the provision of peer support services to persons older than a certain age and the provision of those services under Medicaid.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1535 87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by patients with certain medical conditions and the establishment of compassionate-use institutional review boards to evaluate and approve proposed research programs to study the medical use of low-THC cannabis in the treatment of certain patients.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1540 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to regulation of certain facilities and establishments with respect to, civil remedies for certain criminal activities affecting, and certain criminal offenses involving health, safety, and welfare; creating a criminal offense; increasing criminal penalties.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/21
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | ATTORNEY'S FEES | City Government--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | County Government--General | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Criminal Procedure--General | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Crimes Against | PROSTITUTION | TRESPASS
HB 1582 87-0 (2021)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the placement of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or dementia in health care facilities and correctional facilities.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 1592 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the establishment of an interim registry for certain persons who have been accused of employee misconduct and are employed by a facility that provides care to individuals with an intellectual disability.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1640 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to a medication-assisted treatment program established by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for inmates with opioid use disorders.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Drugs | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1662 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to an acute psychiatric bed registry to list available beds for the psychiatric treatment of certain individuals.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1713 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex | et. al.
Relating to the employment of certain mental health professionals at a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT | REGISTERED NURSES
HB 1754 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hernandez, AnaSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of suicide prevention information on certain student identification cards issued by a public school or public institution of higher education.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on intent calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
HB 1802 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to a study on the use of alternative therapies for treating post-traumatic stress disorder.
House: Public Health Senate: Veteran Affairs
Effective immediately
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1824 87-0 (2021)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the continuity of services received by individuals receiving services at state hospitals and state supported living centers, the establishment of a pilot program to provide behavioral health or psychiatric services to certain residential care facility residents, and court orders for psychoactive medication for certain patients.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1841 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to mental health services development plans as updated by local mental health authority groups.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1859 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to a study on the interoperability needs and technology readiness of behavioral health service providers in this state.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Science & Technology
HB 1991 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the maternal mental health peer support pilot program for perinatal mood and anxiety disorder.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 1999 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to a specialty mental health court program for juveniles.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Withdrawn from schedule
| Courts--County & Statutory | Courts--District | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2002 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to prohibited adverse employment action against certain first responders based on mental illness.
House: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2052 87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, StephanieSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to public access to certain hospital investigation information and materials.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Open Records
HB 2093 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.Sponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to including certain licensed physician assistants in the definition of non-physician mental health professional for purposes of certain provisions applicable to non-physician mental health professionals.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS
HB 2107 87-0 (2021)
Author: Wu, GeneSponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to services for children who are unfit or lack responsibility to proceed in juvenile court proceedings as a result of intellectual disabilities.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/21
| Disabilities, Persons with | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2117 87-0 (2021)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the prescribing of controlled substances and dangerous drugs for acute pain.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2251 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to funding of entities through the community collaborative grant program.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Housing--Homeless Persons | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Political Subdivisions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2287 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to data collection and receipt of certain reports by and consultation with the Collaborative Task Force on Public School Mental Health Services.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2356 87-0 (2021)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to a veteran suicide tracking system and required reporting of veteran suicides by certain persons.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Electronic Information Systems | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | SUICIDE | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | Women
HB 2443 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities confined in county jail.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2475 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to county jailer training regarding interacting with a person with an intellectual or developmental disability.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2504 87-0 (2021)
Author: González, Jessica | et. al.
Relating to step therapy protocols required by health benefit plans for coverage of prescription drugs for serious mental illnesses.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2517 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to suicide prevention in municipal jails.
House: County Affairs
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 2595 87-0 (2021)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a parity complaint portal and educational materials and parity law training regarding benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders to be made available through the portal and otherwise; designating October as mental health condition and substance use disorder parity awareness month.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Holidays | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL HEALTH CONDITION & SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER PARITY AWARENESS MONTH
HB 2598 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to the eligibility of a first responder for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2709 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, JulieSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the county in which an application for court-ordered mental health services must be filed.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Jurisprudence
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Courts--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2791 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to confinement and treatment in a substance abuse felony punishment facility under a plea bargain agreement.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Drugs | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2822 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to the availability of antipsychotic prescription drugs under the vendor drug program and Medicaid managed care.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2831 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the confinement in county jail of persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2903 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to an instruction guide for family members and caregivers of veterans who have mental health disorders.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2954 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly
Relating to a suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention grant program for certain public elementary schools.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 3033 87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to a requirement to report through the Public Education Information Management System the number of students transported from a school district or open-enrollment charter school for a mental health emergency detention.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3075 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the collection and reporting of certain information regarding mental health jail diversion.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | RESTRAINTS
HB 3088 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the administration of certain mental health grant programs established by the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| County Government--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3121 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, John | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to a voluntary quality standards certification process for certain private residential psychiatric treatment facilities that provide treatments and services to youth; imposing fees; authorizing civil and administrative penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3125 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to the payment by the state or a county of costs for certain mental health hearings or proceedings.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| County Government--General | Courts--Judges | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3299 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to requiring certain information about physical and mental health as part of the enrichment curriculum for public schools.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3300 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to certain school district staff development requirements and including certain information regarding substance abuse and suicidal tendencies in the essential knowledge and skills of the public school health curriculum.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUICIDE
HB 3315 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a pretrial intervention program for certain youth offenders; authorizing a fee.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| County Government--General | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | EXPUNCTION OF RECORDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 3331 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to solicitation of patients and other prohibited marketing practices and the establishment of the task force on patient solicitation; increasing criminal penalties.
House: Public Health
Received from the House
| ADVERTISING | ATTORNEY GENERAL | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PATIENT SOLICITATION, TASK FORCE ON
HB 3469 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, GinaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain notice requirements and filing requirements in court proceedings involving persons with mental illness.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| CONSTABLES | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
HB 3553 87-0 (2021)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to a grant program for mobile crisis outreach teams.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| City Government--General | County Government--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3621 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion pilot program in Bexar County.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| BEXAR COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3623 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the eligibility of certain health care providers for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder arising from events in the course of employment during a public health disaster.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health Care Providers | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3626 87-0 (2021)
Author: Romero, Ramon | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the licensing of marriage and family therapists, marriage and family therapist associates, professional counselors, professional counselor associates, and social workers, including certain out-of-state applicants.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 3631 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to statewide standards for the provision of substance use and addiction treatment.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3655 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the authority of certain facilities to temporarily detain a person with mental illness.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS
HB 3759 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to requiring each state agency to post on the agency's Internet website information on suicide prevention.
House: State Affairs
Received from the House
| Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | SUICIDE
HB 3821 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, ToddSponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to employing and training mental health professionals for the mental health program for veterans.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3835 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the establishment of regional assisted outpatient treatment programs to provide court-ordered outpatient mental health services in certain counties.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| County Government--General | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3914 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of adults with mental illness in reduced-fare programs of public transportation providers.
House: Transportation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Transportation--Mass Transit
HB 3977 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the emergency detention of certain persons with a mental illness or cognitive disability and the scope of an order for psychoactive medication for certain patients under court-ordered mental health services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Courts--Judges | MAGISTRATES | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PEACE OFFICERS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 4001 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to the adoption of social and emotional learning standards for public school educational programs.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4023 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to establishing a pilot program to employ a life skills counselor at public high school campuses in certain counties.
House: Public Education
Received from the House
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4038 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to eligibility for lifetime income benefits under the workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4041 87-0 (2021)
Author: Neave, Victoria
Relating to a suicide prevention policy in residential child-care facilities and child-placing agencies.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 4053 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of eligibility for Medicaid to certain persons diagnosed with certain mental health disorders for whom federal matching money is available.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4074 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to the collection and use of suicide data by the statewide behavioral health coordinating council.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATEWIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL | SUICIDE
HB 4079 87-0 (2021)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to a mental health professional to school law enforcement official ratio for public schools and the use of the school safety allotment to employ mental health professionals.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4133 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion pilot program in Bexar County.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| BEXAR COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4140 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to issues affecting counties and certain other governmental entities and residents.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
| County Government--Finance | County Government--General | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | HARRIS COUNTY | HARRIS COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | SAM RAYBURN RESERVOIR | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital
HB 4141 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to education and training for peace officers on interacting with persons with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 4143 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage in this state.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Health Care Providers | Human Services--Child Services | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4144 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to coverage for certain services relating to postpartum depression under the medical assistance and CHIP perinatal programs.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 4208 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the effect and disregard of declarations for mental health treatment.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Courts--Civil Procedure | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4212 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to procedures regarding defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or intellectual disability.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--Judges | Courts--Justice | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 4226 87-0 (2021)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to the statewide plan for student mental health.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4265 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the provision of peer services, including family partner peer support services by family partners, and the provision of those services under Medicaid.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4274 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the criteria for court-ordered inpatient and extended inpatient mental health services.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Courts--Judges | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4284 87-0 (2021)
Author: Holland, Justin | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the opioid abatement account.
House: Appropriations
Left pending in committee
| MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 4299 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dean, Jay | et. al.
Relating to a study by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement on mental health services provided to peace officers in this state.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Placed on General State Calendar
| Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 4354 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the administration of medication to certain persons in the custody of a sheriff.
House: County Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | SHERIFFS
HB 4476 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to assessment and oversight of children placed by the Department of Family and Protective Services in a residential treatment center.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4486 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to procedures for identifying defendants suspected of having a mental illness or intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Criminal Procedure--General | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
HB 4510 87-0 (2021)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to mandatory accreditation for certain chemical dependency treatment facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Health Care Providers | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4541 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to providing a person taken into custody for emergency detention with information concerning the person's rights.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HJR 5 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds and the dedication of bond proceeds to the Brain Institute of Texas established to fund brain research in this state.
House: Higher Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BONDS | BRAIN INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Sales
SB 36 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Turner, Chris
Relating to creation of a higher education task force focused on mental health services and the offense of hazing.
House: Higher Education Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 49 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Murr, Andrew
Relating to procedures regarding defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or intellectual disability.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MEDICAL RECORDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | SHERIFFS
SB 51 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health--Children's Insurance | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 64 87-0 (2021)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: White, James
Relating to a peer support network for certain law enforcement personnel.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS | COUNSELING & THERAPY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 80 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with an intellectual disability.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Crimes--Capital Punishment | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 91 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to coverage for serious mental illness under certain group health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 96 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the provision of on-campus mental health services by a school district and reimbursement under Medicaid for certain services provided to eligible students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 110 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to extreme risk protective orders; creating criminal offenses.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
SB 147 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the maternal mental health peer support pilot program for perinatal mood and anxiety disorder.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 213 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain notice requirements and filing requirements in court proceedings involving persons with mental illness.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONSTABLES | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
SB 218 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to coverage for certain services relating to postpartum depression under the medical assistance and CHIP perinatal programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 228 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to the reimbursement and payment of claims by certain health benefit plan issuers for telemedicine medical services and telehealth services.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TELEMEDICINE
SB 325 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to providing mental health services and mental health education to public school students at school-based health centers.
Senate: Education
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 327 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by certain patients with post-traumatic stress disorder under the Texas Compassionate Use Act.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 330 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the exemption from ad valorem taxation of property owned by a charitable organization that provides a meeting place and support services for organizations that provide assistance to persons with substance use disorders and their families.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 383 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.Sponsor: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Relating to disclosure requirements of certain facilities that provide care for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 405 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of a mental health course in the required curriculum for public high school students.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 427 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to preliminary examination periods for mental health protective custody.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 454 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to mental health services development plans as updated by the Health and Human Services Commission and local mental health authority groups.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 539 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a study on employing mental health professionals or mental health response teams to assist when responding to a behavioral health-related emergency call.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 589 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the establishment of an interim registry for certain persons who have been accused of employee misconduct and are employed by a facility that provides care to individuals with an intellectual disability.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 640 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Cortez, Philip
Relating to a study on the interoperability needs and technology readiness of behavioral health service providers in this state.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| COMPUTERS & SOFTWARE | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | MEDICAL RECORDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Science & Technology
SB 642 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the provision of mental health services for certain children at risk of relinquishment.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 662 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the adoption of rules regarding the provision of peer support services to persons older than a certain age and the provision of those services under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 674 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to the availability of antipsychotic prescription drugs under the vendor drug program and Medicaid managed care.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 909 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the provision of counseling services by certain providers under Medicaid and reimbursement for those services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 920 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to data collection by and consultation with the Collaborative Task Force on Public School Mental Health Services regarding the task force's duties and requiring the Texas Education Agency to report on mental health services provided to public school students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 944 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the administration of medication to certain persons in the custody of a sheriff.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | SHERIFFS
SB 980 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to a suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention program for certain public elementary school campuses.
Senate: Education
Co-author authorized
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
SB 1036 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to regulation of certain facilities and establishments with respect to, civil remedies for certain criminal activities affecting, and certain criminal offenses involving health, safety, and welfare; creating a criminal offense; increasing criminal penalties.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE COMMISSION, TEXAS | Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | ATTORNEY'S FEES | City Government--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | County Government--General | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Criminal Procedure--General | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Crimes Against | TRESPASS
SB 1044 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the inclusion of suicide prevention information on student identification cards issued by a public institution of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
SB 1052 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to an application for court-ordered mental health services.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| Courts--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1087 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to certification and classification requirements for certain facilities that provide care for or advertise as providing care for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 1100 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of a specialty treatment court for certain individuals residing with a child who is the subject of a juvenile court case.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Courts--County & Statutory | DRUG COURTS | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1141 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to group health benefit plan coverage for early treatment of first episode psychosis.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1143 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to an exemption from civil liability for certain professionals for the disclosure of certain mental health information.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Protection of Personal Information
SB 1218 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to a voluntary quality standards certification process for certain private residential psychiatric treatment facilities that provide treatments and services to youth; imposing fees; authorizing civil and administrative penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1346 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the creation of the office of forensic services within the Department of State Health Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Criminal Procedure--General | FORENSIC TESTING | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Science & Technology | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1358 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to mental health resources for law enforcement agencies.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health Care Providers | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1359 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: White, James
Relating to adoption by law enforcement agencies of a mental health leave policy for peace officers.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
| EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 1380 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the creation of the farmer mental health and suicide prevention program.
Senate: Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE
SB 1390 87-0 (2021)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Relating to a grant program for municipal or county mental health crisis response team programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1398 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the payment of costs for certain mental health hearings or proceedings and a county's entitlement to reimbursement for those costs.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| County Government--General | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1410 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to compensation received by state employees working in certain high injury risk positions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Salaries & Expenses | State Employees
SB 1440 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder under the Texas Compassionate Use Act.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans
SB 1457 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to peer specialists for and the provision of peer services to individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability, including the provision of those services under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1511 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the emergency detention of certain persons with a mental illness or cognitive disability and the scope of an order for psychoactive medication for certain patients under court-ordered mental health services.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Courts--Judges | MAGISTRATES | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PEACE OFFICERS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 1521 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Turner, Chris
Relating to creating a mental health task force to study mental health services provided at institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Higher--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HIGHER EDUCATION MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1551 87-0 (2021)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to court reporter costs incurred in a hearing or proceeding for the involuntary detention of a person with mental illness.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| County Government--Finance | Courts--Reporters | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1563 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to state supported living centers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1564 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to a comprehensive plan for increasing and improving the workforce in this state to serve persons with mental health and substance use issues.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Labor--Workforce Development | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1575 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to assessment and oversight of children placed by the Department of Family and Protective Services in a qualified residential treatment program and a study regarding residential treatment center placements.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUPREME COURT OF TEXAS CHILDREN'S COMMISSION
SB 1598 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the regional inventory of mental health resources for public schools and the statewide plan for student mental health.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1739 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to procedures regarding defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or intellectual disability.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
SB 1827 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Holland, Justin
Relating to the creation of the opioid abatement account, an opioid abatement trust fund, and a statewide opioid settlement agreement.
House: Appropriations Senate: Finance
Effective immediately
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | OPIOID ABATEMENT FUND COUNCIL, TEXAS | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1844 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the collection and reporting of certain information regarding mental health jail diversion.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | RESTRAINTS
SB 1849 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to a model suicide prevention policy, the incorporation of suicide prevention and intervention strategies in a crisis plan or disaster plan of certain state agencies, access to suicide death information maintained by the Department of State Health Services, and the establishment of the Texas Violent Death Reporting System.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
SB 1915 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the provision of recovery community organization peer-to-peer services under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1921 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to Medicaid reimbursement for the provision of certain behavioral health and physical health services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2013 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Allison, Steve
Relating to a study on administrative penalties assessed against a substance use disorder service provider and to requiring the Health and Human Services Commission to provide administrative penalty schedules on the commission's Internet website.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2051 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: González, Jessica
Relating to step therapy protocols required by health benefit plans for coverage of prescription drugs for serious mental illnesses.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Placed on General State Calendar
| Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2057 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a matching grant program for school districts for the development and implementation of programs to address the social, emotional, and behavioral needs of students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2063 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to public school discipline policies, practices, and procedures regarding student substance use and substance abuse prevention and intervention and mental health training for campus behavior coordinators.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2068 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a biennial state report on suicide rates, establishing the Texas Violent Death Reporting System, and the sharing of certain information under a memorandum of understanding on suicide data.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATEWIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL | SUICIDE
SB 2070 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the duties of the statewide behavioral health coordinating council regarding suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention policies and procedures.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATEWIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL | SUICIDE
SB 2072 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion pilot program in Bexar County.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| BEXAR COUNTY | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2074 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the establishment of the Mental Illness and Intellectual or Developmental Disability Advisory Council.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Governor | GOVERNOR'S COMMITTEE ON PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL ILLNESS & INTELLECTUAL OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY ADVISORY COUNCIL
SB 2104 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the provision of peer services, including family partner peer support services by family partners, and the provision of those services under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2126 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the inclusion of adults with mental illness in reduced-fare programs of public transportation providers.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Transportation--Mass Transit
SB 66 87-1 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of certain gender-affirming therapy and counseling to children.
Filed
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 13 87-2 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to an acute psychiatric bed registry to list available beds for the psychiatric treatment of certain individuals.
Filed
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 23 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of certain gender-affirming therapy and counseling to children.
Filed
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 15 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of certain gender-affirming therapy and counseling to children.
Filed
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 10 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental and Behavioral Health Research Institute.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE, TEXAS | DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Governor | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MENTAL & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | REGISTERED NURSES | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | State Finances--Management & Control | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER | TEXAS MENTAL & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
HB 18 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | COUNSELING & THERAPY | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 19 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to mental health and substance use resources for certain school districts.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
HB 131 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to extreme risk protective orders and the prosecution of the criminal offense of unlawful transfer of a firearm; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 198 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to providing mental health services and mental health education to public school students at school-based health centers.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 199 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to permissible uses of the instructional materials allotment.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 204 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to the inclusion of instruction about mental health in the required curriculum for public school students.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 253 86-0 (2019)
Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to a strategic plan to address postpartum depression.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 284 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to disclosure requirements of certain facilities that provide care for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 405 86-0 (2019)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to designating June as Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome Awareness Month.
House: Public Health Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/19
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Holidays | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | NEONATAL ABSTINENCE SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 461 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from civil liability for certain professionals for the disclosure of certain mental health information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 471 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to required suicide prevention training for certain health care practitioners.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELORS | CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MASSAGE THERAPY & MASSAGE THERAPISTS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS | PHYSICAL THERAPISTS | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS | PHYSICIANS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE
HB 501 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child.
House: Insurance
Considered in Calendars
| INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 507 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to a task force to coordinate and make recommendations on parent engagement and education programs provided by state agencies.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 517 86-0 (2019)
Author: Israel, Celia | et. al.
Relating to unprofessional conduct by mental health providers who attempt to change the sexual orientation of a child; providing penalties.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
HB 534 86-0 (2019)
Author: Geren, Charlie
Relating to the eligibility of emergency service dispatchers to participate in a public safety employees treatment court program.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| County Government--General | Courts--Administration | Criminal Procedure--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 544 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the unlawful possession of a firearm by persons who are subject to certain judicial determinations; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--Insanity Defense | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Weapons
HB 545 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho | et. al.
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of unlawful transfer of a firearm.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Postponed
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Disabilities, Persons with | INCAPACITATED PERSONS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | Weapons
HB 598 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the use of funds appropriated for the continuing legal education of certain appointed masters, magistrates, referees, and associate judges.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Courts--Judges | Criminal Procedure--General | MAGISTRATES | MASTERS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 599 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the delivery of certain mental health records of a defendant to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| County Government--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 600 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to procedures for identifying or releasing on personal bond criminal defendants suspected of having a mental illness or intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TEXAS JUDICIAL COUNCIL
HB 601 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to criminal or juvenile procedures and reporting requirements regarding persons who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TEXAS JUDICIAL COUNCIL
HB 628 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to an acute psychiatric bed registry to list available beds for the psychiatric treatment of certain individuals.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | GIFTS & DONATIONS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 818 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cole, Sheryl
Relating to the release by a peace officer of certain individuals suspected of the offense of public intoxication.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC INTOXICATION
HB 822 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to addressing adverse childhood experiences and developing a strategic plan to address those experiences.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 830 86-0 (2019)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to the release by a peace officer of certain individuals suspected of the offense of public intoxication.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Laid on the table subject to call
| Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC INTOXICATION
HB 906 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a collaborative task force to study certain public school mental health services.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 955 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to eligibility requirements for student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 965 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to updating references to certain former health services state agencies and certain terms used to describe persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities in the Education Code.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HARRIS COUNTY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1045 86-0 (2019)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to a veteran suicide tracking system and required reporting of veteran suicides by certain persons.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| Electronic Information Systems | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | SUICIDE | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | Women
HB 1069 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1070 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the mental health first aid training program reporting requirements.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1072 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to mental health and substance use resources for certain school districts.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
HB 1090 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the definition of first responder.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1094 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the provision of counseling services by certain providers under Medicaid and reimbursement for those services.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 1103 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the composition of the statewide health coordinating council.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATEWIDE HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL
HB 1113 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to state contract limitations and programs for sex trafficking prevention and victim treatment.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Placed on intent calendar
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | GIFTS & DONATIONS | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Crimes Against | Purchasing--State | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 1137 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to an annual report prepared by the Health Professions Council.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | HEALTH PROFESSIONS COUNCIL | Health--General | Labor--Workforce Development | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1139 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with an intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Senate appoints conferees-reported
| Crimes--Capital Punishment | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1190 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to unprofessional conduct by mental health providers who attempt to change the sexual orientation of a child; providing penalties.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
HB 1228 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to political subdivision regulations, including zoning rules, concerning the cultivation, production, dispensing, or possession of low-THC cannabis.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Crimes--Drugs | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Political Subdivisions
HB 1292 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to statewide initiatives to improve maternal and newborn health for women with opioid use disorder.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 1302 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental Health Research Institute; authorizing the issuance of bonds.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Governor | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TEXAS MENTAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE
HB 1312 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the provision of on-campus mental health services by a school district and reimbursement under Medicaid for certain services provided to eligible students.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1318 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, JoeSponsor: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to the provision of mental health services to persons younger than 18 years of age.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1320 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the operation of, participation in, and effects of successful completion of a mental health court program.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Received from the House
| Criminal Procedure--General | EXPUNCTION OF RECORDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1335 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of school-based behavioral health centers by public schools and a grant program administered by the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission for the operation of those centers.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1338 86-0 (2019)
Author: Pacheco, Leo | et. al.
Relating to prescribing low-THC cannabis to certain patients for compassionate use.
House: Public Health
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
| Crime Prevention | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS
HB 1386 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to training and development activities for persons who may interact with an individual with autism or other pervasive developmental disorder.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1405 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to the prescription of low-THC cannabis by certain qualified physicians for certain patients diagnosed with a terminal illness.
House: Public Health
Left pending in subcommittee
| Crime Prevention | Health Care Providers | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 1448 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental Health Care Consortium.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | Courts--Judges | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | SUPREME COURT | TELEMEDICINE | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
HB 1465 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to a study on expanding recovery housing in this state.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Housing--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1467 86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to a mental health professional to school law enforcement official ratio for public schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 1468 86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to the creation of a task force to examine the effectiveness of school mental health programs provided for students enrolled in public schools.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH TASK FORCE
HB 1518 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, GarnetSponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the regulation of the sale of dextromethorphan to minors; providing civil penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Business & Commerce--General | Electronic Information Systems | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1578 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to establishing the Mental Health Crisis and Suicide Prevention Task Force.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS & SUICIDE PREVENTION TASK FORCE | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 1598 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to an initiative to increase the capacity of local mental health authorities to provide access to mental health services in certain counties.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Rural | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1606 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan
Relating to a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation by a county or municipality of a portion of the appraised value of real property of a business that provides, or pays for the provision of, certain services for honorably discharged veterans without cost.
House: Ways & Means
Withdrawn from schedule
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Housing--Veterans | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1613 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the provision of recovery community organization services under Medicaid.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1623 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to training for public school personnel to identify and intervene if a student suffers from behavioral health issues.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1640 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to establishing a pilot program to employ a life skills counselor at public high school campuses in certain counties.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| BORDER | COUNSELING & THERAPY | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | GULF OF MEXICO | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1669 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, EddieSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to increasing and improving the mental health and substance use disorder workforce in this state and increasing the capacity of local mental health authorities to provide access to mental health services in certain counties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Returned from the House for further action
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Labor--Workforce Development | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RURAL | STATEWIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL
HB 1698 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leman, Ben
Relating to the regulation of residential treatment centers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | RUNAWAY CHILDREN
HB 1701 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to a written assessment regarding a defendant suspected of having a mental illness or an intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1758 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to a grant program and interagency review of resources to support and sustain recovery community organizations.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1901 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bonnen, GregSponsor: Taylor, Larry
Relating to the disclosure of certain mental health records of deceased state hospital patients.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Health--General | MEDICAL RECORDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney
HB 1906 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to procedures for the alternative assessment of certain public school students that receive special education services and alternative accountability plans for certain campuses serving students that receive special education services.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1911 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a low-interest loan program for entrepreneurs with physical or mental disabilities.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| Disabilities, Persons with | Financial--General | LOANS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1936 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with severe mental illness.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Received from the House
| Crimes--Capital Punishment | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2046 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to the establishment of a grant pilot program to fund mental health initiatives in public schools and to increasing fees for the issuance of an original or renewed license to carry a handgun.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 2050 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to consent requirements for the prescription of certain psychoactive medications to residents of nursing facilities and related institutions.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Aging | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 2080 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to family partners, family partner peer support services, and the provision of those services under the medical assistance program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2095 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the availability of certain behavioral health professionals at certain public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2133 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to public access to certain hospital inspection and investigation information and materials.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Open Records
HB 2145 86-0 (2019)
Author: Turner, John
Relating to continuing education requirements for public educators regarding suicide prevention training.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SUICIDE
HB 2168 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Relating to a trauma history screening for certain defendants and inmates.
House: Corrections
Received from the House
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2307 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to requiring entities that provide mental health services to veterans to provide military cultural competency training to personnel to accept a grant from a state agency.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2334 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to grants awarded under the grant program to reduce recidivism, arrest, and incarceration of individuals with mental illness.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2368 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to access to and the provision of behavioral and mental health care services and trauma-informed care in the Medicaid managed care program.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2404 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.
Relating to establishment of the office of first responder training support within the Bill Blackwood Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas and to the provision of critical incident support training services to first responders.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BILL BLACKWOOD LAW ENFORCEMENT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF TX | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY
HB 2405 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bowers, Rhetta
Relating to education and training for peace officers regarding trauma-informed techniques to facilitate interactions with homeless individuals.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | HOMELESS | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2436 86-0 (2019)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the release on personal bond of certain defendants with a mental illness or an intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2481 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the creation and administration of certain specialty court programs; authorizing fees.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
| County Government--General | Criminal Procedure--General | DEFERRED ADJUDICATION | DRUG COURTS | IGNITION INTERLOCK DEVICE | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2618 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the maternal mental health peer support pilot program for perinatal mood and anxiety disorder.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2653 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to public school policies and procedures for the establishment of threat assessment teams.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2688 86-0 (2019)
Author: Metcalf, Will
Relating to the creation of a specialty treatment court for certain individuals residing with a child who is the subject of a juvenile court case.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Committee report sent to Calendars
| County Government--Finance | DRUG COURTS | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2693 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a grant program to enhance community-based suicide prevention efforts.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE | SUICIDE PREVENTION COUNCIL
HB 2707 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the expansion of the community mental health grant program to include services to and treatment of individuals with substance use disorders.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2734 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to an anatomical gift on behalf of a resident in a state supported living center.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS
HB 2774 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the provision of behavioral health services for certain persons under the medical assistance program.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2811 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the prescribing of controlled substances and dangerous drugs for acute pain.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2813 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the statewide behavioral health coordinating council.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATEWIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL
HB 2842 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Phil
Relating to the disposition of a firearm seized from certain persons with mental illness.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Courts--County & Statutory | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Weapons
HB 2849 86-0 (2019)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the imposition of a sales tax on ammunition, firearms, and firearms accessories to provide funding for a grant program for mental health services.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Appropriations | Taxation--Sales | Weapons
HB 2873 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the room placement of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or dementia in health care facilities and correctional facilities.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 2897 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to the provision of services by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice's developmentally disabled offender program.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2936 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to certain notice requirements and filing requirements in court proceedings involving persons with mental illness.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Withdrawn from schedule
| CONSTABLES | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
HB 2938 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the authority of the commissioners court of a county to employ attorneys as mental health public defenders and to the reimbursement of an attorney who represents an indigent proposed patient in certain mental health proceedings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2941 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to requiring each state agency to post on the agency's Internet website information on suicide prevention.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Referred to Vet Affairs & Border Security
| INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | SUICIDE
HB 2969 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to prohibited adverse employment action against a first responder based on mental illness.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| DISCRIMINATION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2994 86-0 (2019)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to mental health training for public school educators.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3080 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to a closure plan for the Austin State Supported Living Center.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3116 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the establishment of a task force to conduct a comprehensive study on best practice standards for the detention of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Disabilities, Persons with | Health--General | INTERNET | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3170 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the establishment of an interim registry for certain persons who have been accused of employee misconduct who are employed by a facility that provides care to individuals with an intellectual disability.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Labor--Management Relations | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3190 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the administration of psychoactive medication to certain patients.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CIVIL COMMITMENT | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3193 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to the licensing of a home and community support services agency; increasing fees.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3219 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to the discipline and behavior management of a public school student.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3235 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to staff development requirements for public educators regarding suicide prevention training.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUICIDE
HB 3285 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to programs and initiatives to prevent and respond to opioid addiction, misuse, abuse, and overdose and identify and treat co-occurring substance use disorders and mental illness.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | STATEWIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL
HB 3286 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to Medicaid reimbursement for medication-assisted treatment for opioid or substance use disorder.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3407 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to an alert for a missing person with a guardian.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| ALERT SYSTEM | GUARDIANS & WARDS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MISSING PERSONS | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | Safety
HB 3409 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to requirements for training regarding trauma for judges, prosecuting attorneys, correctional officers, and law enforcement officers.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COMMISSION ON LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Courts--General | Courts--Judges | Courts--Prosecuting Attorneys | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3411 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to suicide prevention in public school curriculum and certain educational programs concerning suicide prevention and substance abuse prevention.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
HB 3429 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to the inclusion of instruction about mental health, suicide prevention, bullying, cyberbullying, and harassment in the required curriculum for public school students.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| BULLYING | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HARASSMENT | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 3492 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cole, Sheryl
Relating to the eligibility of a first responder for workers' compensation benefits for mental trauma injuries, including post-traumatic stress disorder.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3519 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to disclosure of confidential patient information by a physician or mental health professional.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | Protection of Personal Information
HB 3536 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the admission, examination, and discharge of a person for voluntary mental health services.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS
HB 3538 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the establishment of the Opioid and Substance Abuse Advisory Council.
House: Public Health
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | OPIOID & SUBSTANCE ABUSE ADVISORY COUNCIL | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 3540 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the authority of a peace officer to release in lieu of arrest certain persons with an intellectual or developmental disability.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 3596 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to compensation received by state employees working in certain high injury risk positions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Salaries & Expenses | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees
HB 3617 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion and crisis stabilization unit pilot program.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FORT BEND COUNTY | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3620 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a mental health treatment for incarceration diversion pilot program.
House: Corrections
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FORT BEND COUNTY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 3666 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the effect and disregard of declarations for mental health treatment.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Courts--Civil Procedure | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3672 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the collection and reporting of data on services provided by chemical dependency treatment facilities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3675 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the provision of food service, laundry service, and lawn care to certain mental health facilities and state supported living centers.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| FOOD | Hospitals | Human Services--General | KERRVILLE, CITY OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3681 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to preliminary examination periods for mental health protective custody.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3708 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to conduct that constitutes abuse in certain health care facilities caring for persons with mental illness.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3736 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to providing a person taken into custody for emergency detention with information concerning the person's rights.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3742 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the requirements for and compilation of certain emergency mental health detention records.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3825 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to mental health training for public school educators.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3826 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use in lieu of an opioid by patients with acute or chronic pain and the licensing of medical cannabis dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
| Crimes--Drugs | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3859 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to mental health assessment programs for certain municipal police and fire departments.
House: Urban Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--Employees/Officers | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3880 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to information provided to public school students regarding the use of anabolic steroids.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE
HB 3888 86-0 (2019)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria
Relating to a school district's plan for parental involvement concerning mental health and substance use issues and suicide prevention.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Family--Parent & Child | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
HB 3892 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to court-ordered mental health services.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3969 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to municipal regulation of structured sober living homes.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | City Government--General | Housing--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3970 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the definition of "non-physician mental health professional" for purposes of the Texas Mental Health Code.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS
HB 3980 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hunter, ToddSponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to a requirement that the Statewide Behavioral Health Coordinating Council prepare a report regarding suicide rates in this state and state efforts to prevent suicides.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATEWIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL | SUICIDE
HB 4033 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to the employment of certain mental health professionals at a public school campus.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELORS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 4040 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to eligibility for employment by a dispensing organization licensed under the Texas Compassionate-Use Act based on a criminal history background check.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Crimes--Drugs | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 4097 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to the use of medical cannabis by veterans for post-traumatic stress disorder and the licensing of associated cultivating or dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Crimes--Drugs | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | PERMITS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
HB 4119 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the administration of psychoactive medication to certain persons in the custody of a crisis stabilization unit.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| GUARDIANS & WARDS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4147 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bell, Cecil
Relating to required mental health awareness training for first responders.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 4183 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to addressing adverse childhood experiences and developing a strategic plan to address those experiences.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4193 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to suicide prevention in public school curriculum and certain educational programs concerning suicide prevention and substance abuse prevention.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
HB 4263 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to developing a strategic plan to ensure the provision of prevention and early intervention services complies with federal law.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4357 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sanford, Scott | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a mental health provider to offer services or counseling based on the provider's sincerely held religious beliefs.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Religion
HB 4365 86-0 (2019)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to a study on the impact of psychotropic medications.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
HB 4414 86-0 (2019)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to identification and development of mental health resources for students.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
HB 4429 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, CésarSponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to mental health first aid training for veterans and immediate family members of veterans.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4454 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the adoption of social and emotional learning standards for public school educational programs.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4455 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miller, RickSponsor: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the provision of mental health services through a telemedicine medical service or telehealth service.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | TELEMEDICINE
HB 4468 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to county jails and community mental health programs in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4480 86-0 (2019)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to a study on the use of art therapy in public schools and on art therapy in higher education.
House: Public Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Arts & Humanities | COUNSELING & THERAPY | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4513 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to employing and training mental health professionals for the mental health program for veterans.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4514 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to the requirement that the Texas Veterans Commission provide training to support the veterans mental health program.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4532 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to the development and posting by county governments of lists of local mental health resources available to the public.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| County Government--General | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 4559 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fierro, ArtSponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to access to a county jail prisoner's health benefits coverage information for mental health service providers.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Insurance--Health & Accident | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4610 86-0 (2019)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the emergency detention of certain persons with a mental illness or cognitive disability.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Disabilities, Persons with | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HJR 5 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the dedication of certain sales and use tax revenue to the Texas mental and behavioral health research fund established to fund research, treatment, and access to services in this state for behavioral health, mental health, and substance use and addiction issues.
House: Public Health Senate: Finance
Placed on intent calendar
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | BONDS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | TELEMEDICINE
HJR 70 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the governing body of a county or municipality to adopt a local option exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion, expressed as a dollar amount, of the market value of real property of a business that provides, or pays for the provision of, certain services for honorably discharged veterans without cost.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Housing--Veterans | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HJR 78 86-0 (2019)
Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the operation of six casinos in this state by licensed persons in certain counties that have approved casino gaming to provide funding for certain higher education, public education, mental health, and public safety initiatives; authorizing the licensing of persons engaged in casino gaming occupations, the imposition of fees and a tax, and the provision of criminal penalties.
House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
| Amusements, Games, Sports | Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Elections--General | GAMBLING | LOTTERY COMMISSION, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 10 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental Health Care Consortium.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Returned to committee
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | Courts--Judges | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | SUPREME COURT | TELEMEDICINE | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
SB 11 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to policies, procedures, and measures for school safety and mental health promotion in public schools and the creation of the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| CHILD MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Facilities | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | Safety | SCHOOL SAFETY CENTER, TEXAS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STUDENT LOANS | Vehicles & Traffic--General
SB 63 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas Mental Health Care Consortium.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL HEALTH CARE CONSORTIUM, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 105 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion and crisis stabilization unit pilot program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BEXAR COUNTY | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 107 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to coverage for serious mental illness under certain group health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 145 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to health benefit plan coverage in this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 157 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to extreme risk protective orders and the prosecution of the criminal offense of unlawful transfer of a firearm; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
SB 218 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the provision of mental health services to persons younger than 18 years of age.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 306 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Israel, Celia
Relating to the release by a peace officer of certain individuals suspected of the offense of public intoxication.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC INTOXICATION
SB 307 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to the Medicaid eligibility of certain women for behavioral health services after a pregnancy.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 314 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
| INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 324 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the disposition of a firearm seized from certain persons with mental illness.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Courts--County & Statutory | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Weapons
SB 344 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the participation of campus-based mental health professionals in certain health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health Care Providers | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 349 86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the regulation of the sale of dextromethorphan to minors; providing civil penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--General | Electronic Information Systems | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 355 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to developing a strategic plan regarding implementation of prevention and early intervention services and community-based care and conducting a study regarding the resources provided to foster parents.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Parent & Child | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 362 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four
Relating to court-ordered mental health services.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Courts--General | CRIMINAL APPEALS, COURT OF | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | Criminal Procedure--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUPREME COURT
SB 395 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to certain notice requirements and filing requirements in court proceedings involving persons with mental illness.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CONSTABLES | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
SB 400 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and terminal illnesses and the licensing of dispensing organizations and cannabis testing facilities; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 418 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with an intellectual disability.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Co-author authorized
| Crimes--Capital Punishment | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 429 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to a comprehensive plan for increasing and improving the workforce in this state to serve persons with mental health and substance use issues.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Labor--Workforce Development | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATEWIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL
SB 432 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to procedures for identifying or releasing on personal bond criminal defendants suspected of having a mental illness or intellectual disability.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS, TEXAS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | TEXAS JUDICIAL COUNCIL
SB 436 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to statewide initiatives to improve maternal and newborn health for women with opioid use disorder.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
SB 503 86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to eligibility requirements for student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
SB 562 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to criminal or juvenile procedures regarding persons who are or may be persons with a mental illness or intellectual disability and the operation and effects of successful completion of a mental health court program.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Courts--County & Statutory | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | VIDEOCONFERENCING
SB 593 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to access to a county jail prisoner's health benefits coverage information for mental health service providers.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Insurance--Health & Accident | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 632 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the composition of the governing bodies and the consultation policies of local mental health authorities with respect to sheriffs, their representatives, and local law enforcement agencies.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
SB 633 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to an initiative to increase the capacity of local mental health authorities to provide access to mental health services in certain counties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MIDLAND COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT | RURAL
SB 781 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Leman, Ben
Relating to the regulation of child-care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | RUNAWAY CHILDREN
SB 803 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, JoséSponsor: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to a written assessment regarding a defendant suspected of having a mental illness or an intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 822 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Flynn, Dan
Relating to the administration of a grant program to support community mental health programs for veterans and their families.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans
SB 856 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of the student mental health division within the Texas Education Agency.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 865 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with certain qualifying medical conditions and the licensing of medical cannabis dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 896 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to updating references to certain former health services state agencies and certain terms used to describe persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities in the Education Code.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 913 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, counseling programs, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students and to mental health first aid program training and reporting regarding local mental health authority and school district personnel.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EDUCATOR CERTIFICATION, STATE BOARD FOR | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 914 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to mental health and substance use resources for certain school districts.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
SB 992 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the establishment of a collaborative task force to study certain public school mental health services.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 997 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the creation of a specialty treatment court for certain individuals residing with a child who is the subject of a juvenile court case.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| County Government--Finance | DRUG COURTS | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1112 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the study and prevention of opioid overdoses occurring in this state.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1144 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the disciplinary authority of the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | VETERINARIANS | VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF
SB 1176 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a requirement that the Statewide Behavioral Health Coordinating Council prepare a report regarding suicide rates in this state and state efforts to prevent suicides.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SUICIDE
SB 1177 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Rose, Toni
Relating to offering certain evidence-based services in lieu of other mental health or substance use disorder services by a Medicaid managed care organization.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1212 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to verification of employability of and consent to prescription medications obtained by certain nursing facility employees; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Aging | CRIMINAL RECORDS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
SB 1234 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, DawnSponsor: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the provision of food service, laundry service, and lawn care to certain mental health facilities and state supported living centers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FOOD | Hospitals | Human Services--General | KERRVILLE, CITY OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1238 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, NathanSponsor: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to the admission, examination, and discharge of a person for mental health services.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS
SB 1251 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to unprofessional conduct by mental health providers who attempt to change the sexual orientation of a child; providing penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
SB 1293 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the authority of certain courts to employ attorneys as mental health public defenders and to the reimbursement of an attorney who represents an indigent proposed patient in certain mental health proceedings.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Courts--County & Statutory | Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel | Criminal Procedure--General | INDIGENT LEGAL SERVICES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1333 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to duties of the Department of Family and Protective Services to provide training regarding trauma-informed programs and services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1353 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to addressing adverse childhood experiences and developing a strategic plan to address those experiences.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1389 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the period for which a person may be committed to a facility or a jail-based or outpatient program for restoration of competency.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1390 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Allison, Steve | et. al.
Relating to suicide prevention in public school curriculum and certain educational programs concerning suicide prevention and substance abuse prevention.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUICIDE
SB 1408 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the authority of the office of independent ombudsman for state supported living centers to oversee community-based services provided to individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES DIV, FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Disabilities, Persons with | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | INDEPENDENT OMBUDSMAN FOR STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTERS & COMMUNITY SERVICE PROVIDERS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1416 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to the use of medical cannabis by veterans for post-traumatic stress disorder and the licensing of associated cultivating or dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Crimes--Drugs | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | PERMITS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1448 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the licensing and regulation of a home and community support services agency.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1552 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to state supported living centers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1563 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to identification and development of mental health resources for students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS
SB 1564 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, RoyceSponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to access to certain medication-assisted treatment.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1636 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to an annual report prepared by the Health Professions Council.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Health Care Providers | HEALTH PROFESSIONS COUNCIL | Health--General | Labor--Workforce Development | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1677 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the establishment of an interim registry for certain persons who have been accused of employee misconduct who are employed by a facility that provides care to individuals with an intellectual disability.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Labor--Management Relations | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1687 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the release of certain inmates on medically recommended intensive supervision.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS, TEXAS | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1738 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to an education and training program on interacting with and supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for certain public transportation vehicle operators.
Senate: Transportation
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Transportation--Mass Transit
SB 1790 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to peer specialists and the provision of peer services to individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1807 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the provision of recovery community organization services under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1878 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to a mental health professional to school law enforcement official ratio for public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
SB 1893 86-0 (2019)
Author: Taylor, Larry
Relating to a trauma-informed care policy for school districts and open-enrollment charter schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1945 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to a court's authority to temporarily restrict the ability of a proposed patient for court-ordered mental health services to possess a firearm.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Criminal Procedure--General | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Weapons
SB 2003 86-0 (2019)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the establishment of school-based behavioral health centers by school districts and a grant program administered by the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission for the operation of those centers.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 2030 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to developing the proposed plan on long-term care for persons with an intellectual disability participating in the home and community-based waiver program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | LONG-TERM CARE | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2055 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to funding for comprehensive school counseling programs.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 2111 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, KirkSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the Health and Human Services Commission developing a plan to contract with a public institution of higher education to operate a certain state hospital.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2133 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the implementation of a statewide case management system for judicial case information.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--Administration | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General | Electronic Information Systems | Family--Child Protection | Family--Family Violence | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2205 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to programs established to eliminate injection-associated infectious diseases; providing certain civil and criminal immunity.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INJECTION-ASSOCIATED INFECTIOUS DISEASE ELIMINATION (IDEA) ACT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2218 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to coverage for serious mental illness, other disorders, and chemical dependency under certain health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Insurance--Life, Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2251 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to create additional housing for certain individuals with an intellectual or developmental disability through a Medicaid waiver program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Housing--General | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2269 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to preliminary examination periods for mental health protective custody.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2281 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the inclusion of instruction about mental health in the required curriculum for public school students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2282 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to providing mental health services and mental health education to public school students at school-based health centers.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 2301 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the maternal peer support pilot program for perinatal mood disorder.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Women
SB 2358 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to per capita funding by population of each local mental health authority.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Financial--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2395 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the provision of on-campus mental health services by a school district and reimbursement under Medicaid for certain services provided to eligible students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 2396 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the operation of, participation in, and effects of successful completion of a mental health court program.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Criminal Procedure--General | EXPUNCTION OF RECORDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 10 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to access to and benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 11 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to consideration of the mental health of public school students in training requirements for certain school employees, curriculum requirements, educational programs, state and regional programs and services, and health care services for students.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | REGIONAL EDUCATION SERVICE CENTERS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 12 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to individuals who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability and who are or have been involved with the court system.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | PSYCHOLOGISTS | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 13 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a matching grant program to support community mental health programs for individuals experiencing mental illness and the coordination of certain behavioral health grants.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 23 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to fund innovative programs for public school students with autism.
House: Public Education
Received from the House
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 39 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the provision of child protective services and other health and human services by certain state agencies; authorizing a fee.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Labor--Workforce Development | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
HB 71 85-0 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the transportation of certain mental health patients.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BORDER | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MEXICO | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 306 85-0 (2017)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.
Relating to harassment, bullying, and cyberbullying of a public school student or minor and certain mental health programs for public school students.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| BULLYING | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | CONTINUING EDUCATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--School Districts | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Family--Parent & Child | HARASSMENT | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | SUPREME COURT | TELEPHONES & TELEPHONE DIRECTORIES
HB 309 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the establishment of a home and community-based services program under Medicaid for certain persons with severe and persistent mental illness.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 413 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to increased flexibility in the use of the Instructional Materials Allotment
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 562 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to a committee formed to adopt a plan to deal with mental illness in the criminal justice system.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 569 85-0 (2017)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to unprofessional conduct by mental health providers who attempt to change the sexual orientation of a child; providing penalties.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | SEXUAL ORIENTATION
HB 629 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to leave for certain veterans obtaining medical and mental health care.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Employees
HB 637 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to a committee formed to adopt a plan to deal with mental illness in the juvenile justice system.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Crimes--Juvenile | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 704 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the required submission by certain general residential operations of information requested by courts.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 709 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to a study conducted by Texas A&M University on services for children and families available in rural counties for children in the managing conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Rural | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RURAL | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
HB 780 85-0 (2017)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to county and municipality zoning rules concerning the cultivation, production, dispensing, or possession of low-THC cannabis.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
| City Government--Land Use & Zoning | Crimes--Drugs | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 850 85-0 (2017)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of certain real property used to provide housing to certain individuals with an intellectual disability or related conditions.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disabilities, Persons with | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 853 85-0 (2017)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a mental health treatment for incarceration diversion pilot program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FORT BEND COUNTY | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 909 85-0 (2017)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to preliminary examination periods for mental health protective custody.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1008 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to a study on early detection and early intervention in cases of children with autism spectrum disorders.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1033 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burns, DeWayne | et. al.
Relating to a federal waiver to exempt public school students with significant cognitive disabilities from annual assessment requirements imposed by federal law.
House: Public Education
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Testing | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1160 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, SarahSponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to a court order for health care for a child in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Courts--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1289 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the transportation of a person believed to be a person with mental illness.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 1411 85-0 (2017)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to sales and use taxes on e-cigarette vapor products to fund grants for local law enforcement mental health staff; imposing taxes.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Taxation--Cigarette | Tobacco Products
HB 1486 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to peer specialists, peer services, and the provision of those services under the medical assistance program.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1488 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to eligibility requirements for repayment assistance for certain mental health professional education loans.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
HB 1599 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1600 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to certain mental health screenings under the Texas Health Steps program.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1616 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to an exemption from civil liability for certain professionals for the disclosure of certain mental health information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Protection of Personal Information
HB 1758 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the provision of certain behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and their families under a contract with a managed care organization.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Human Services--Child Services | Insurance--Health & Accident | MANAGED CARE | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1787 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, JohnSponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the execution of a declaration for mental health treatment.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Notaries
HB 1794 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bell, Cecil | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the establishment of the Work Group on Mental Health Access for First Responders.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | Fire Fighters & Police--Volunteer | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1932 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to compensation received by state employees working in certain high injury risk positions.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Salaries & Expenses | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Employees
HB 1939 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the regulation of the sale of dextromethorphan to minors; providing civil penalties.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Business & Commerce--General | Electronic Information Systems | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1977 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the definition of "non-physician mental health professional" for purposes of the Texas Mental Health Code.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS
HB 1983 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, John | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the eligibility of a first responder for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
| City Government--Employees/Officers | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2025 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain long-term care facilities, including facilities that provide care to persons with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LONG-TERM CARE | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 2085 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to psychological counseling for certain grand jurors.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Courts--Juries | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2094 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to coverage for serious mental illness, other disorders, and chemical dependency under certain health benefit plans.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2096 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to access to and benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2135 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to coverage for certain services relating to postpartum depression under the medical assistance and CHIP perinatal programs.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2258 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to the establishment of the student mental health division within the Texas Education Agency.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2303 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to coverage for certain services related to maternal depression under the Medicaid and child health plan programs.
House: Public Health
Withdrawn from schedule
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Women
HB 2402 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to an acute psychiatric bed registry to list available beds for emergency detention and treatment of certain individuals.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2415 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to standards for mental health services provided to certain individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2446 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to a report on the consolidation of the health and human services system, including advisory committees within the system, and the re-creation of the Texas system of care framework.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2447 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the composition of the statewide health coordinating council.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATEWIDE HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL
HB 2455 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to public access to certain information and materials relating to certain hospital inspections and investigations.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Open Records | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2466 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the content of an application for Medicaid and coverage for certain services related to maternal depression under the Medicaid and child health plan programs.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 2467 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to support the provision of critical incident stress debriefing to certain peace officers.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE | Governor | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2478 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to an innovation grant program to support residency training programs in psychiatric specialty fields.
House: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS
HB 2502 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the definition of "non-physician mental health professional" for purposes of the Texas Mental Health Code.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 2520 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Relating to disclosure requirements of certain nursing facilities that provide care for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Public Health
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 2543 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the unlawful possession of a firearm by persons who are subject to certain judicial determinations; creating a criminal offense.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Weapons
HB 2571 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a trauma affected veterans clinical care and research center at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Received from the House
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO
HB 2601 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the required submission by certain general residential operations of information requested by courts.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Family--Parent & Child | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2603 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to coverage for serious mental illness under certain group health benefit plans.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2604 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to a strategic plan to address postpartum depression.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2605 85-0 (2017)
Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio
Relating to benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2619 85-0 (2017)
Author: Giddings, Helen | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to grant programs to maintain peace officers' mental health and provide critical incident stress debriefing for certain officers.
House: Public Health Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE DIVISION, GOVERNOR'S OFFICE | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2623 85-0 (2017)
Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to requiring school districts and certain facilities to assist students in making the transition back to school after certain prolonged placements outside of school.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice
HB 2655 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nevárez, Poncho
Relating to the prosecution of the offense of unlawful transfer of a firearm.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Disabilities, Persons with | INCAPACITATED PERSONS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | Weapons
HB 2702 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to interactions between law enforcement and individuals detained or arrested on suspicion of the commission of criminal offenses and the confinement or release of those individuals prior to prosecution.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| BILL BLACKWOOD LAW ENFORCEMENT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF TX | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | SANDRA BLAND ACT
HB 2786 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to a system of care framework for certain minors receiving mental health services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2801 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to contracts between Medicaid managed care organizations and certain providers of behavioral health and physical health services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2864 85-0 (2017)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the provision of on-campus mental health services by a school district and reimbursement under Medicaid for certain services provided to eligible students.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2866 85-0 (2017)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to mental health assessments and the provision of mental health services for children in the conservatorship of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2895 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the requirement that certain public institutions of higher education post mental health resources on the institution's Internet website.
House: Public Health Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/17
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Electronic Information Systems | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2896 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to an annual report on laws regarding access, use, and sharing of protected health information.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2897 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the mental health first aid program training and reporting.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2904 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the memorandum of understanding among certain agencies to coordinate services provided to persons needing multiagency services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Human Services--General | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2913 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to the transfer and transportation from one facility to another of an individual under an emergency mental health detention.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 2939 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to contracts with private entities to operate state hospitals for persons with mental illness.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Purchasing--State | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2940 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to citations and participation in pretrial diversion for misdemeanor possession of marihuana.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Crimes--Drugs | Criminal Procedure--General | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2980 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to providing or administering low-THC cannabis to a child for whom the low-THC cannabis was prescribed.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crime Prevention | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3000 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the eligibility for medical assistance of certain persons with mental illness confined in certain facilities, certain duties of the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System related to persons with mental illness, and the creation of a grant program to reduce recidivism of persons with mental illness.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Criminal Procedure--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
HB 3001 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to procedures regarding criminal defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 3032 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the creation by the Texas Veterans Commission of a veteran suicide prevention action plan.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
| Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | SUICIDE | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3080 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with severe mental illness.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| Crimes--Capital Punishment | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3083 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to repayment of certain mental health professional education loans.
House: Public Health Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/17
| CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELORS | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
HB 3143 85-0 (2017)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to mental health professional staffing requirements at certain public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3144 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to coverage for certain services relating to postpartum depression under certain health benefit plans and the medical assistance and CHIP perinatal programs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 3161 85-0 (2017)
Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Relating to a county jail-based restoration of competency program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 3189 85-0 (2017)
Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to the reporting of and access to information related to court-ordered prescription drug substance abuse treatment; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | Protection of Personal Information
HB 3317 85-0 (2017)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the provision of counseling services by certain providers under Medicaid and reimbursement for those services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 3341 85-0 (2017)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to a study to evaluate by region training and employment opportunities in this state for individuals with an intellectual disability.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Labor--Workforce Development | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3391 85-0 (2017)
Author: Geren, CharlieSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the creation of a specialty court for certain public safety employees who commit a criminal offense; imposing fees for participation and testing, counseling, and treatment.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | County Government--General | Courts--Administration | Criminal Procedure--General | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 3408 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to required suicide prevention training for certain health care practitioners.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELORS | CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS | MASSAGE THERAPY & MASSAGE THERAPISTS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS | PHYSICAL THERAPISTS | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS | PHYSICIANS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE
HB 3409 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to the provision of services and resources to certain individuals by a state supported living center and to the creation of a schedule of support services a state supported living center may provide and procedures for establishing applicable fees for those services.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| Disabilities, Persons with | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3420 85-0 (2017)
Author: Darby, Drew
Relating to the designation of the San Angelo State Supported Living Center as a forensic state supported living center.
House: Human Services
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3449 85-0 (2017)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to staff development requirements for public school educators regarding mental health and suicide prevention.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUICIDE
HB 3469 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the licensing and registration of certain assisted living facilities and group home facilities; authorizing the imposition of a civil penalty.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3520 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to state fiscal matters related to health and human services and state agencies administering health and human services programs.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| CHILD ABUSE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 3541 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to requirements for Medicaid managed care organizations that provide behavioral health services through a third party or subsidiary.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3556 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the mental health program for veterans.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | VOLUNTEERS
HB 3592 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Justin
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion and crisis stabilization unit pilot program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BEXAR COUNTY | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3633 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to cost reporting requirements for certain facilities and providers participating in medical assistance programs.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3638 85-0 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the identification and assessment of defendants suspected of having mental illness or intellectual disability.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3658 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to procedures in mental health cases.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Courts--General | Lawyers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3715 85-0 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to statewide alerts for missing adults.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Aging | ALERT SYSTEM | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MISSING PERSONS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3756 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to state mental health benefits provided to certain spouses or former spouses of veterans.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans
HB 3808 85-0 (2017)
Author: Clardy, TravisSponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals and to the conduct that constitutes the practice of psychology.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/17
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | MARRIAGE & FAMILY COUNSELING & COUNSELORS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
HB 3847 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to guardianships, substitutes for guardianships, and durable powers of attorney for persons with disabilities or who are incapacitated.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Disabilities, Persons with | GUARDIANS & WARDS | Lawyers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
HB 3850 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to state fiscal matters; authorizing a fee.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| BLIND & VISUALLY IMPAIRED, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | CHILD ABUSE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CONSTRUCTION & HEAVY EQUIPMENT | DEAF, TEXAS SCHOOL FOR THE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Food Programs | Human Services--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Retirement Systems--Teachers | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE LIBRARY & ARCHIVES COMMISSION, TEXAS | Taxation--Property-Miscellaneous | Water--Navigation & Ports
HB 3853 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the availability of certain behavioral health professionals at certain public schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS
HB 3888 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement of a restrictive covenant on property used as an assisted living facility.
House: Business & Industry
Returned to Calendars Committee
| Aging | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Disabilities, Persons with | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Property Interests--Property Owners Association | RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS
HB 3923 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to students actively working a program of recovery from a substance use disorder at risk of dropping out of school.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| DROPOUTS & AT-RISK STUDENTS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4041 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to establishing family drug courts in counties.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| County Government--General | DRUG COURTS | Family--Child Protection | Family--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4056 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rose, ToniSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a list of best practice-based programs and research-based practices in certain areas for implementation in public schools.
House: Human Services Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4083 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick
Relating to trauma screening for certain children and trauma-informed care training for certain providers participating in the Medicaid managed care program.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 4096 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to improving the care of, and increasing opportunities for, children and adolescents with physical and developmental disabilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4110 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to grants to establish or expand community collaboratives for services to persons experiencing homelessness or mental illness and county government planning for community collaboratives.
House: County Affairs
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| County Government--General | HOMELESS | Housing--Homeless Persons | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4117 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the provision of telemental health services to prisoners confined in county jails, including the creation of the county jail telemental health fund, and to certain rules and procedures relating to the safety of those prisoners.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Posting rule suspended
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Finances--Management & Control | TELEMEDICINE
HB 4142 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to certain requirements of counties and other governmental entities regarding behavioral health.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Criminal Procedure--Defense Counsel | Disabilities, Persons with | DRUG COURTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
HB 4149 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to information provided to public school students regarding the use of anabolic steroids.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Extracurricular Activities | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4196 85-0 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the commitment of a defendant who is found incompetent to stand trial and who is a person with an intellectual disability.
Filed
| CIVIL COMMITMENT | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 4218 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to health benefit plan coverage in this state.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4228 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to a memorandum of understanding between certain state agencies related to training of employees and contractors who provide certain services to children and families.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Child Services | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 4237 85-0 (2017)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to mental health first aid training for university employees.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4258 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a study on mental health screening and treatment for certain inmates confined in county and municipal jails.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4259 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to training and standards applicable to the confinement of a female prisoner having a mental illness.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | Women
HCR 155 85-0 (2017)
Author: Clardy, TravisSponsor: Menéndez, José
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3808.
Signed by the Governor
| Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Resolutions--Corrective
HJR 52 85-0 (2017)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to exempt from ad valorem taxation a portion of the assessed value of certain real property used to provide housing to certain individuals with disabilities.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Disabilities, Persons with | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
SB 27 85-0 (2017)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Blanco, César
Relating to the mental health program for veterans and to the authority to establish a trauma affected veterans clinical care and research center at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.
House: Public Health Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective on 9/1/17
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS | VOLUNTEERS
SB 74 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the provision of certain behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and their families under a contract with a managed care organization.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Human Services--Child Services | Insurance--Health & Accident | MANAGED CARE | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 220 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the offense involving the carrying of handguns by license holders on the premises of certain mental health facilities.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Weapons
SB 292 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the creation of grant programs to reduce recidivism, arrest, and incarceration of individuals with mental illness.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Posttrial Procedure | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS
SB 299 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of an associate commissioner for veterans services at the Health and Human Services Commission.
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Referred to Vet Affairs & Border Security
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 344 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the authority of emergency medical services personnel of certain emergency medical services providers to transport a person for emergency detention.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Hospitals | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 397 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the consultation policies of local mental health authorities with respect to sheriffs and their representatives.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
SB 411 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the participation of campus-based mental health professionals in certain health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health Care Providers | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 546 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the quality of water provided by public drinking water supply systems to state supported living centers.
House: Environmental Regulation Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective immediately
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Environment--Water | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Utilities--Water & Sewer
SB 547 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Lambert, Stan | et. al.
Relating to the provision of services and resources to certain individuals by a state supported living center and to the creation of a schedule of support services a state supported living center may provide and procedures for establishing applicable fees for those services.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Disabilities, Persons with | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 577 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the offense involving the carrying of handguns by license holders on the premises of state hospitals.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Weapons
SB 578 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Relating to the creation by the Health and Human Services Commission of a veteran suicide prevention action plan.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Effective immediately
| Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | SUICIDE | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SYSTEM | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 602 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a restructuring commission to evaluate each state supported living center.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE SUPPORTED LIVING CENTER RESTRUCTURING COMMISSION
SB 613 85-0 (2017)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Sarah
Relating to services provided by the Health and Human Services Commission to sexually violent offenders who are incompetent to attend sex offender treatment.
House: Human Services Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
SB 674 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to licensing for certain health professions, including an expedited process for certain physicians specializing in psychiatry; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| ACUPUNCTURE & ORIENTAL MEDICINE | DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICAL RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PERFUSION | PHYSICIANS | SURGICAL ASSISTANTS
SB 773 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the authority of a judge to compel a criminal defendant who lacks capacity to take psychoactive medication.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| Courts--General | Courts--Judges | Criminal Procedure--General | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 808 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to coverage for certain services related to maternal depression under the Medicaid and child health plan programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Women
SB 817 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to certain mental health screenings under the Texas Health Steps program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 819 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the execution of a declaration for mental health treatment.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Notaries
SB 860 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to access to and benefits for mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report printed and distributed
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 861 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to coverage for serious mental illness, other disorders, and chemical dependency under certain health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 916 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the regulation of the sale of dextromethorphan to minors; providing civil penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Business & Commerce--General | Electronic Information Systems | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 932 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the licensing of, the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission's duties with respect to, and the administrative penalties for certain long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Aging | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | LONG-TERM CARE | MEDIATION, DISPUTE RESOLUTION, & ARBITRATION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 933 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the licensing of, the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission's duties with respect to, and the administrative penalties for home and community support services agencies.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HOME HEALTH CARE | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1021 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to reports on the consolidation and certain functions of the health and human services system, including advisory committees within the system, and the re-creation of the Texas system of care framework.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1039 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the filing requirements for certain documents in mental health cases.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Courts--County & Statutory | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1050 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the sale of real property on which a state supported living center is located.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Property Interests--Real Property | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1079 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to the creation of a commission to review certain penal laws of this state that do not prescribe a culpable mental state.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| COMMISSION TO STUDY CERTAIN PENAL LAWS | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1154 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to coverage for serious mental illness under certain group health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1183 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to procedures regarding criminal defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability and to the period for which a person may be committed to receive certain temporary mental health services.
House: Public Health Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | PSYCHOLOGISTS
SB 1186 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to requirements for mental health assignment certification for municipal police departments and sheriff's departments.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 1257 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to coverage for certain services related to maternal depression under the Medicaid and child health plan programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 1264 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to psychological counseling for certain grand jurors.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Courts--Juries | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1300 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Darby, Drew
Relating to the designation of the San Angelo State Supported Living Center as a forensic state supported living center.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1313 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the identification and assessment of defendants suspected of having mental illness or intellectual disability.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1326 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to procedures regarding criminal defendants who are or may be persons with a mental illness or an intellectual disability and to certain duties of the Office of Court Administration of the Texas Judicial System related to persons with mental illness.
House: Public Health Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | Criminal Procedure--General | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MAGISTRATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
SB 1428 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to the provision of mental health telemedicine medical services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | TELEMEDICINE
SB 1509 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to eligibility requirements for the repayment of certain mental health professional education loans.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELORS | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STUDENT LOANS
SB 1533 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to mental health first aid training for university employees.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1565 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to the procedure for ordering medical or dental services for certain persons admitted to or committed to care at certain state facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| DENTAL SERVICES | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS | PHYSICIANS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1583 85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the commitment of a defendant who is found incompetent to stand trial and who is a person with an intellectual disability.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CIVIL COMMITMENT | Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
SB 1624 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the definition of "non-physician mental health professional" for purposes of the Texas Mental Health Code.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS
SB 1653 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to procedures regarding criminal defendants who have been determined incompetent to stand trial.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
SB 1682 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a building used as a prescribed pediatric extended care center.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PEDIATRICIANS
SB 1685 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to specialty license plates or stickers for motor vehicles of persons with intellectual disabilities.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| Disabilities, Persons with | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSE PLATES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 1687 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a list of best practice-based programs and research-based practices in certain areas for implementation in public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1688 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of the student mental health division within the Texas Education Agency.
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1689 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to confidential mental health screenings for students in public primary and secondary schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1691 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the commissioner of education establishing an annual conference on methods to improve the mental health of students in public schools.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1694 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to suicide prevention training for certain mental health professionals.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| EXAMINERS OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | MARRIAGE & FAMILY THERAPISTS, TEXAS ST. BD. OF EXAMINERS OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF EXAMINERS OF | SOCIAL WORKER EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE
SB 1722 85-0 (2017)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the eligibility of a firefighter or a peace officer for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| City Government--Employees/Officers | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1740 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with an intellectual disability.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Crimes--Capital Punishment | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1741 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to attorneys in certain counties who are qualified for appointment to represent a defendant with a mental illness.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Criminal Procedure--General | Law Enforcement | Lawyers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1774 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the use of certain controlled substances by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant and the designation of neonatal abstinence syndrome from substance use as a reportable condition.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1849 85-0 (2017)
Author: Whitmire, John | et. al.Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to interactions between law enforcement and individuals detained or arrested on suspicion of the commission of criminal offenses, to the confinement, conviction, or release of those individuals, and to grants supporting populations that are more likely to interact frequently with law enforcement.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
See remarks for effective date
| BILL BLACKWOOD LAW ENFORCEMENT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE OF TX | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--Bail & Pretrial Release | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | SANDRA BLAND ACT
SB 1860 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to agreements between this state and other jurisdictions concerning reciprocal licensure of mental health professionals.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Intergovernmental Relations | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1861 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to a comprehensive plan for increasing and improving the workforce in this state that serves persons with mental health and substance use issues.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Labor--Workforce Development | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1862 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the development of initiatives to reduce veteran suicides in this state.
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Referred to Vet Affairs & Border Security
| Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | SUICIDE | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1912 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to certain notice requirements and filing requirements in court proceedings involving persons with mental illness and representation of proposed patients in proceedings for court-ordered mental health services.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
| CONSTABLES | Criminal Procedure--General | INDIGENT LEGAL SERVICES | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | SHERIFFS
SB 1986 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the creation of an advisory committee on mental health issues affecting veterans within the Texas Veterans Commission.
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Border Security
Referred to Vet Affairs & Border Security
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 2023 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the implementation of the community living options information process for residents of certain facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Aging | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Health--General | Housing--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2025 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the establishment of a peer support program for residents of state supported living centers.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Disabilities, Persons with | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | OMBUDSMAN, OFFICE OF INDEPENDENT--HHSC
SB 2027 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, JoséSponsor: Moody, Joe
Relating to a study to evaluate by region training and employment opportunities in this state for individuals with an intellectual disability.
House: Human Services Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective on 9/1/17
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Labor--Workforce Development | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 2077 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the provision of protective services and the conduct of certain investigations through the adult protective services program of the Department of Family and Protective Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Aging | Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2128 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the Health and Human Services Commission's procurement and oversight of managed care organization contracts serving individuals in Texas Medicaid with serious mental illness.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Purchasing--General
SB 2224 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to health benefit plan coverage in this state.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 2235 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the creation of a mental health jail diversion and crisis stabilization unit pilot program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BEXAR COUNTY | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 23 85-1 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to fund innovative programs for public school students with autism.
House: Public Education
Received from the House
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vouchers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 102 85-1 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to coverage for certain services relating to postpartum depression under the medical assistance and CHIP perinatal programs.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 109 85-1 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the use of certain controlled substances by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant and the designation of neonatal abstinence syndrome from substance use as a reportable condition.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 126 85-1 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the requirement and study of insurance coverage for serious emotional disturbance of a child.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 136 85-1 (2017)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the applicability of the death penalty to a capital offense committed by a person with severe mental illness.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Capital Punishment | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 143 85-1 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to a strategic plan to address postpartum depression.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STRATEGIC PLANS | Women
HB 243 85-1 (2017)
Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al.
Relating to required mental health, behavioral health, and substance abuse services under the Texas women's health program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Women | WOMEN'S HEALTH PROGRAM
HB 293 85-1 (2017)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the licensing and regulation of group homes for recovering substance abusers; authorizing a fee.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 305 85-1 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the screening of certain women for substance use and postpartum depression.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 26 85-1 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the use of certain controlled substances by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant and the designation of neonatal abstinence syndrome from substance use as a reportable condition.
Filed
| Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 44 85-1 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to coverage for certain services relating to postpartum depression under the medical assistance and CHIP perinatal programs.
Filed
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 76 85-1 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to a strategic plan to address postpartum depression.
Filed
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STRATEGIC PLANS | Women
HB 19 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to a preventive services program and mental health programs for veterans and military families.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective immediately
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 62 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the transportation of certain mental health patients.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| BORDER | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MEXICO | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Transportation--Miscellaneous
HB 197 84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to requiring certain public institutions of higher education to post information regarding mental health resources on the institution's Internet website.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/15
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Electronic Information Systems | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 440 84-0 (2015)
Author: Gonzales, Larry | et. al.Sponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to adapting the public school physical education curriculum to accommodate the needs of students with mental disabilities.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 550 84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the provision of health and human services in this state, including the powers and duties of the Health and Human Services Commission and other state agencies, and the licensing of certain health professionals; clarifying certain statutory provisions; authorizing the imposition of fees.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS, STATE OFFICE OF | Aging | AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | ASSISTIVE & REHABILITATIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | BORDER HEALTH, OFFICE OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HEALTH COORDINATION & CONSUMER SERVICES, OFFICE OF | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--General | Hospitals | Human Services--Food Programs | Human Services--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | MEDICAID | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Sunset--Commission Bills | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 725 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al.
Relating to the appeal of waiver of jurisdiction and transfer to criminal court in juvenile cases.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Laid on the table subject to call
| Disabilities, Persons with | Family--Juvenile Delinquency | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Juvenile Justice | SUPREME COURT
HB 755 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the creation of a women veterans mental health initiative within the mental health intervention program for veterans.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 756 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the creation of a rural veterans mental health initiative within the mental health intervention program for veterans.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
| Health--Rural | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 758 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the coordination and provision of certain health services to veterans.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Referred to Defense & Veterans' Affairs
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 759 84-0 (2015)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the maximum cumulative period allowed for restoration of a defendant's competency to stand trial and to certain time credits awarded against that cumulative period.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Pretrial Procedure | Criminal Procedure--Trial | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 838 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to coverage for serious mental illness under certain group health benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 892 84-0 (2015)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis and the regulation of related organizations and individuals; requiring a dispensing organization to obtain a license to dispense low-THC cannabis and any employee of a dispensing organization to obtain a registration; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Crime Prevention | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS COMPASSIONATE-USE ACT
HB 967 84-0 (2015)
Author: Crownover, Myra
Relating to a pilot project to evaluate the use of radio frequency identification technology to transmit information regarding residents of certain group homes.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 985 84-0 (2015)
Author: Villalba, Jason | et. al.
Relating to mental health screening for public school students who may be a danger to self or others and to suspension or educational placement of those students; creating an offense.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Crime Prevention | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Discipline | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--School Districts | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS
HB 1083 84-0 (2015)
Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to a mental health assessment of certain inmates of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1084 84-0 (2015)
Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al.
Relating to the reporting of certain information regarding inmates and the use of administrative segregation by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections
Placed on General State Calendar
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1241 84-0 (2015)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PHYSICIANS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 1260 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis | et. al.
Relating to creation by rule of the Department of Aging and Disability Services of a schedule of support services a state supported living center may provide and procedures for establishing applicable fees for those services.
House: Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1286 84-0 (2015)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the prosecution and punishment of the offense of injury to a child, elderly individual, or disabled individual.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Aging | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Disabilities, Persons with | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Crimes Against
HB 1328 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of a portion of the appraised value of certain real property used to provide housing to certain persons with disabilities.
House: Ways & Means
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Disabilities, Persons with | Housing--Disabled Persons | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions
HB 1329 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the payment of costs incurred by the involuntary commitment of persons with mental illness.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
| County Government--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1330 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the payment of costs incurred by the involuntary commitment of persons with mental illness.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1338 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to training for peace officers and first responders on certain persons affected by trauma.
House: Emerging Issues In Texas Law Enforcement, Select Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1393 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to the establishment of a home and community-based services program under Medicaid for certain persons with severe and persistent mental illness.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1429 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a grant program to support community mental health programs for veterans with mental illness.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans
HB 1430 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan LewisSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the inclusion of mental health in the public services endorsement on a public school diploma and in information about health science career pathways.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1541 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to peer specialists, peer services, and the provision of those services under the medical assistance program.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-sponsor authorized
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1679 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the continuation of the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, TEXAS COUNCIL FOR | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 1873 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to a pilot project to evaluate the use of self-directed mental health services in the integrated Medicaid managed care system.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | MEDICAID | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1908 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to the continuity of care for offenders with mental impairments.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/15
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1958 84-0 (2015)
Author: Canales, Terry
Relating to eligibility for participation in veterans court programs.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Courts--County & Statutory | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans
HB 1998 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the definition of "non-physician mental health professional" for purposes of the Texas Mental Health Code.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS
HB 2023 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to the appointment of a forensic director responsible for statewide coordination and oversight of forensic mental health services overseen by the Department of State Health Services.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
| CIVIL COMMITMENT | Criminal Procedure--General | Criminal Procedure--Insanity Defense | FORENSIC TESTING | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Science & Technology | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2039 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to the exclusion of certain information from the Department of Family and Protective Services central registry of child abuse or neglect cases and the report of certain information regarding those cases to the legislature.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2048 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the delivery of mental health services and supports under a system of care framework to minors who have or are at risk of developing a serious emotional disturbance or who are at risk of being removed from the minor's home.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2079 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the designation of May as Postpartum Depression Awareness Month.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| Holidays | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION AWARENESS MONTH | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 2101 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the effect and disregard of declarations for mental health treatment.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 2102 84-0 (2015)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the appeal of an order authorizing the administration of medication to a patient receiving court-ordered inpatient mental health services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2130 84-0 (2015)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to access to a deceased person's mental health information.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Probate--Wills & Admin of Estates
HB 2141 84-0 (2015)
Author: King, Susan Lewis
Relating to the coordinating workgroups of the Texas Coordinating Council for Veterans Services.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
| COORDINATING COUNCIL FOR VETERANS SERVICES, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2216 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to information required of an applicant for a driver's license.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/15
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 2218 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to instruction regarding mental health, substance abuse, and youth suicide in educator training programs.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | SUICIDE
HB 2220 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to mental health first aid training for school district employees and school resource officers.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2283 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to entities exempt from regulation as a boarding home facility.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Human Services--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2301 84-0 (2015)
Author: Riddle, Debbie | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to time credits awarded against the cumulative period of commitment or treatment of certain defendants determined to be incompetent to stand trial.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report printed and distributed
| Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 2302 84-0 (2015)
Author: Riddle, Debbie | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the mandatory dismissal of misdemeanor charges against certain defendants determined to be incompetent to stand trial.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report printed and distributed
| Criminal Procedure--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY
HB 2340 84-0 (2015)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to regulation of prescribed pediatric extended care centers; amending a provision subject to a criminal penalty.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
| AGING & DISABILITY SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--General | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 2434 84-0 (2015)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to student loan repayment assistance for certain mental health professionals.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Student Financial Aid | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PHYSICIANS | PROFESSIONAL COUNSELORS | PSYCHOLOGISTS | SOCIAL WORK & SOCIAL WORKERS | STUDENT LOANS
HB 2452 84-0 (2015)
Author: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to the provision of educational services to certain students receiving treatment at a day treatment center and to the consideration of those students for purposes of accountability and calculating average daily attendance.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2453 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Relating to an allotment under the foundation school program for students with dyslexia or related disorders.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| DYSLEXIA | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--School Districts | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2505 84-0 (2015)
Author: Clardy, Travis | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for abuse-deterrent opioid analgesic drugs.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Insurance--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2510 84-0 (2015)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Department of State Health Services, the provision of health services in this state, and the regulation of certain health-related occupations and activities.
House: Human Services
Recommitted to committee
| DIETITIANS ADVISORY BOARD | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | HEARING INSTRUMENT FITTERS AND DISPENSERS ADVISORY BOARD | Human Services--General | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICAL PHYSICIST LICENSURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE | MEDICAL RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY, TEXAS BOARD OF | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MIDWIVES ADVISORY BOARD | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | ORTHOTISTS AND PROSTHETISTS ADVISORY BOARD | PERFUSIONIST LICENSURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE | RESPIRATORY CARE, TEXAS BOARD OF | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS ADVISORY BOARD | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 2584 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to the authority of the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission to adopt rules defining certain medical conditions.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 2597 84-0 (2015)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a mental health treatment for incarceration diversion pilot program.
House: Corrections Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | FORT BEND COUNTY | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | RECIDIVISM & REPEAT OFFENDERS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2631 84-0 (2015)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to hazardous duty pay for certain employees working at state supported living centers and state hospitals.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Mental Health & Substance Abuse | State Employees
HB 2648 84-0 (2015)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to progressive sanctions for providers of home and community-based services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
