Texas HB4643 expands access to criminal history record information for Medicaid providers and applicants.

Texas HB4643 amends the Government Code to allow the Health and Human Services Commission and the office of inspector general to obtain criminal history record information for Medicaid purposes. This information includes details about individuals with a five percent or more ownership interest in a provider or applicant, as well as managing employees. The Act takes effect April 1, 2025, or September 1, 2025, depending on legislative approval.

Texas HB4643 expands access to criminal history record information for Medicaid providers and applicants.

Texas HB4643 amends the Government Code to allow the Health and Human Services Commission and the office of inspector general to obtain criminal history record information for Medicaid purposes. This information includes details about individuals with a five percent or more ownership interest in a provider or applicant, as well as managing employees. The Act takes effect April 1, 2025, or September 1, 2025, depending on legislative approval.