The following information was found in the November 21 issue of the Texas Register:
Adopted Rules
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) adopted new §§2.301 – 2.303, 2.305, 2.307, 2.309, 2.311, 2.313, and 2.315, and the repeal of §§2.351 – 2.373, in Chapter 2, Mental Retardation Authority Responsibilities, to establish rules governing the role and responsibilities of a mental retardation authority.
HHSC also adopted new §§16.1 – 16.4 in Chapter 16, Pilot Program to Increase the Use of Advance Directives in Nursing Facilities and Intermediate Care Facilities for Persons with Mental Retardation, which establishes rules governing a pilot program to increase the use of advance directives in intermediate care facilities for persons with mental retardation and nursing facilities by educating residents and their families about advanced care planning, as directed by Senate Bill 27, 80th Legislature, Regular Session, 2007.
See the relevant section of the Texas Register for details about each change.
Public Notice
HHSC announced its intent to renew the contracts entered into as a result of its Request for Proposals for a pool of multiple pre-qualified and readily accessible consultants. The Multiple Consultant Services Blanket Contract (RFP #529-06-0425) involves maintaining a pool of highly skilled professional consultants who provide comprehensive and professional services to assist Texas in meeting federal and state legislative mandates more efficiently. See the relevant section of the Texas Register for more information.