Bill > HB2270

This bill establishes a state reserve of personal protective equipment (PPE) for health care workers and essential personnel in Texas. It defines key terms such as "health care worker," "essential personnel," and "PPE," and requires the Department of State Health Services to maintain at least a 90-day supply of PPE. The bill also directs the Health and Human Services Commission to develop rules for the procurement, storage, and distribution of the reserve, considering factors like surge capacity, geographical distribution, and prioritization if supply is insufficient. Additionally, the bill creates a temporary advisory committee to provide recommendations on the rules. The goal is to ensure that health care workers and essential personnel have access to adequate PPE during public health disasters or emergencies.

Health and Social Services

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