Texas HB4838 mandates an assessment of language accessibility for non-English speakers in health and human services programs and 2-1-1 services.

Texas HB4838 requires the Health and Human Services Commission to hire a language access coordinator. This coordinator will assess and identify gaps in non-English speakers' access to health and human services programs and 2-1-1 services provided by the Texas Information and Referral Network. The coordinator must submit a report summarizing the findings and providing recommendations for improving access. The act takes effect September 1, 2025, and expires June 1, 2027.

Texas HB4838 mandates an assessment of language accessibility for non-English speakers in health and human services programs and 2-1-1 services.

Texas HB4838 requires the Health and Human Services Commission to hire a language access coordinator. This coordinator will assess and identify gaps in non-English speakers' access to health and human services programs and 2-1-1 services provided by the Texas Information and Referral Network. The coordinator must submit a report summarizing the findings and providing recommendations for improving access. The act takes effect September 1, 2025, and expires June 1, 2027.