Texas HB4120 allows inmates to apply for public benefits programs at the time of discharge or release.

Texas HB4120 mandates that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice create a memorandum of understanding to ensure inmates can apply for public benefits programs at the time of their discharge or release. The memorandum must establish a procedure for accepting and processing applications from inmates and define the roles and responsibilities of each agency. The bill also allows state agencies to delay implementing provisions until they receive necessary waivers or authorizations from federal agencies. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4120 allows inmates to apply for public benefits programs at the time of discharge or release.

Texas HB4120 mandates that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice create a memorandum of understanding to ensure inmates can apply for public benefits programs at the time of their discharge or release. The memorandum must establish a procedure for accepting and processing applications from inmates and define the roles and responsibilities of each agency. The bill also allows state agencies to delay implementing provisions until they receive necessary waivers or authorizations from federal agencies. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.