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TX HB5014

TX HB5014
Relating to the establishment of the Autism Medicaid Services Program Advisory Council to evaluate the provision of applied behavior analysis services under Medicaid.


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Introduced
03/10/2023
In Committee
03/23/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023

Introduced Session

88th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to the establishment of the Autism Medicaid Services Program Advisory Council to evaluate the provision of applied behavior analysis services under Medicaid.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Autism Medicaid Services Program Advisory Council to evaluate the provision of applied behavior analysis services under Medicaid. The council will be composed of various stakeholders, including Medicaid managed care organization representatives, licensed behavior analysts, and advocates for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The council will meet regularly, prepare annual reports on the program's budget, utilization, and barriers to efficiency and access, and provide recommendations for improvement. The bill also specifies that the council is subject to the Texas Sunset Act and will expire in 2029 unless continued by the legislature.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Human Services (on 03/23/2023)

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