Texas HB1467 mandates emergency preparedness for assisted living facilities, including health and safety plans and emergency power sources.

Texas HB1467 requires assisted living facilities to maintain health and safety plans, including emergency power sources and protocols for responding to emergencies. Facilities must file these plans with the Texas Division of Emergency Management and local agencies. The bill also prohibits facilities from restricting residents' communication with law enforcement or others regarding health and safety issues. Facilities face civil penalties for non-compliance, and the division may impose administrative penalties. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1467 mandates emergency preparedness for assisted living facilities, including health and safety plans and emergency power sources.

Texas HB1467 requires assisted living facilities to maintain health and safety plans, including emergency power sources and protocols for responding to emergencies. Facilities must file these plans with the Texas Division of Emergency Management and local agencies. The bill also prohibits facilities from restricting residents' communication with law enforcement or others regarding health and safety issues. Facilities face civil penalties for non-compliance, and the division may impose administrative penalties. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.