SB 643–Protection and care of individuals with mental retardation
• Renames state schools–State supported living centers
• Requires annual inspections of HCS group homes
• Requires independent mortality reviews
• Establishes a single investigative database (DFPS & reg. issues)
SB 1–General Appropriations Bill
• Funds provider rate increase
• Funds attendant wage increase
• Funds additional HCS slots (approx 50,000)
• Moves HCS case management to Mental Retardation Authorities (MRAs)