Texas HB5153 amends the Health and Safety Code to add local public health entities as provider types for reimbursement under the Children's Health.

Texas HB5153 amends Chapter 62 of the Health and Safety Code to include local public health entities as provider types for reimbursement under the Children's Health Insurance Program. These entities include health authorities, local health departments, and public health districts. The Health and Human Services Commission must establish a separate provider type for these entities to enroll and receive reimbursement. The act takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses, otherwise it takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB5153 amends the Health and Safety Code to add local public health entities as provider types for reimbursement under the Children's Health.

Texas HB5153 amends Chapter 62 of the Health and Safety Code to include local public health entities as provider types for reimbursement under the Children's Health Insurance Program. These entities include health authorities, local health departments, and public health districts. The Health and Human Services Commission must establish a separate provider type for these entities to enroll and receive reimbursement. The act takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses, otherwise it takes effect September 1, 2025.