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TX SJR19
TX SJR19Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a right for residents of certain facilities to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.
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Introduced
12/21/2020
12/21/2020
In Committee
04/27/2021
04/27/2021
Crossed Over
03/17/2021
03/17/2021
Passed
05/27/2021
05/27/2021
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/01/2021
06/01/2021
Introduced Session
87th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a right for certain residents receiving care in residential settings to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.
AI Summary
This Joint Resolution proposes an amendment to the Texas Constitution to grant residents of specific care facilities, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and intermediate care facilities for individuals with intellectual disabilities, the right to name an "essential caregiver" who cannot be denied in-person visits. The resolution defines these facilities by referencing terms used in general law and allows the legislature to create guidelines for how these facilities should implement policies for essential caregiver visitation. If approved by voters in an election held on November 2, 2021, this amendment would establish a constitutional right to ensure these vulnerable residents can maintain contact with a designated loved one.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (15)
James Frank (R)*,
Ana Hernandez (D)*,
Lois Kolkhorst (R)*,
Will Metcalf (R)*,
Scott Sanford (R)*,
Trent Ashby (R),
Paul Bettencourt (R),
Briscoe Cain (R),
Brandon Creighton (R),
Mayes Middleton (R),
Candy Noble (R),
Drew Springer (R),
Larry Taylor (R),
Cody Vasut (R),
Royce West (D),
Last Action
Filed with the Secretary of State (on 06/01/2021)
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