Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Title 1, Part 15
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal the chapter listed below, in its entirety, contained in Title 1, Part 15, of the Texas Administrative Code:
Chapter 355, Reimbursement Rates
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies, every four years, to assess whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. After reviewing the rules referenced above, the agency will readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal each rule. The purpose of this review is to assess whether the reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist and to seek public comment on whether the reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist.
Comments on the review of Chapter 355, Reimbursement Rates, may be submitted to HHSC Rules Coordination Office, Mail Code 4102, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, or by email to ProviderFinanceDept@hhs.texas.gov. When emailing comments, please indicate "Comments on Proposed Rule Review Chapter 355" in the subject line. The deadline for comments is on or before 5:00 p.m. central time on the 31st day after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
The text of the rule sections being reviewed will not be published but may be found in Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 355 of the Texas Administrative Code or on the Secretary of State’s website at State Rules and Open Meetings (www.sos.texas.gov).
TRD-202402377
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: May 29, 2024
Title 16, Part 2
The Public Utility Commission of Texas (commission) publishes this notice of intention to review Chapter 21, Interconnection Agreements for Telecommunications Service Providers, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, Agency Review of Existing Rules. The text of the rule sections will not be published. The text of the rules may be found in the Texas Administrative Code, Title 16, Economic Regulation, Part 2, or through the commission’s website at www.puc.texas.gov.
Texas Government Code §2001.039 requires that each state agency review and readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal the rules adopted by that agency pursuant to Texas Government Code, Chapter 2001, Subchapter B, Rulemaking. As required by Texas Government Code §2001.039(e), this review is to assess whether the reasons for adopting or readopting a rule continue to exist. The commission requests specific comments from interested persons on whether the reasons for adopting each rule section in Chapter 21 continue to exist.
The commission has conducted a review of the rules based on comments received in response to the preliminary notice published in the Texas Register on August 18, 2023 (48 TexReg 4563 and October 6, 2023 at 48 TexReg 5866) and proposes amendments of several rules throughout the chapter. The commission contemporaneously proposes amendments in the Proposed Rules section of the Texas Register.
If it is determined during this review that any other section of Chapter 21 needs to be repealed or amended, the repeal or amendment will be initiated under a separate proceeding. Thus, this notice of intention to review Chapter 21 has no effect on the sections as they currently exist.
Interested persons may file comments on the review of Chapter 21 electronically through the interchange on the commission’s website or may submit comments to the filing clerk, Public Utility Commission of Texas, 1701 North Congress Avenue, P.O. Box 13326, Austin, Texas 78711-3326, by June 28, 2024. When filing comments, interested persons are requested to comment on the sections in the same order they are found in the chapter and to clearly designate which section is being commented upon. All comments should refer to Project Number 55293.
The notice of intention to review Chapter 21 is proposed for publication under the Public Utility Regulatory Act, Texas Utilities Code Annotated §14.002, which provides the commission with the authority to adopt and enforce rules reasonably required in the exercise of its powers and jurisdiction and Texas Government Code §2001.039 which requires each state agency to review its rules every four years.
Cross Reference to Statutes: Texas Utilities Code Annotated, Title II, Public Utility Regulatory Act, §14.002; Texas Government Code §2001.039.
TRD-202402336
Adriana Gonzales
Rules Coordinator
Public Utility Commission of Texas
Filed: May 23, 2024
Title 25, Part 1
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), in its own capacity and on behalf of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal the chapter listed below, in its entirety, contained in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code:
Chapter 1, Miscellaneous Provisions
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies, every four years, to assess whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. After reviewing its rules, the agency will readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal its rules.
Comments on the review of Chapter 1, Miscellaneous Provisions, may be submitted to HHSC Rules Coordination Office, Mail Code 4102, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, or by email to hhsrulescoordinationoffice@hhs.texas.gov. When emailing comments, please indicate "Comments on Proposed Rule Review Chapter 1" in the subject line. The deadline for comments is on or before 5:00 p.m. central time on the 31st day after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
The text of the rule sections being reviewed will not be published but may be found in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code or on the Secretary of State's website at State Rules and Open Meetings (www.sos.texas.gov).
TRD-202402320
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Department of State Health Services
Filed: May 23, 2024
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal the chapter listed below, in its entirety, contained in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code:
Chapter 405, Patient Care--Mental Health Services
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies, every four years, to assess whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. After reviewing its rules, the agency will readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal its rules.
Comments on the review of Chapter 405, Patient Care--Mental Health Services, may be submitted to HHSC Rules Coordination Office, Mail Code 4102, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, or by email to bhs_rules@hhs.texas.gov. When emailing comments, please indicate "Comments on Proposed Rule Review Chapter 405" in the subject line. The deadline for comments is on or before 5:00 p.m. central time on the 31st day after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
The text of the rule sections being reviewed will not be published but may be found in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code or on the Secretary of State's website at State Rules and Open Meetings (www.sos.texas.gov).
TRD-202402306
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Department of State Health Services
Filed: May 22, 2024
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal the chapter listed below, in its entirety, contained in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code:
Chapter 411, State Mental Health Authority Responsibilities
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies, every four years, to assess whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. After reviewing its rules, the agency will readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal its rules.
Comments on the review of Chapter 411, State Mental Health Authority Responsibilities, may be submitted to HHSC Rules Coordination Office, Mail Code 4102, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, or by email to BHS_Rules@hhs.texas.gov. When emailing comments, please indicate "Comments on Proposed Rule Review Chapter 411" in the subject line. The deadline for comments is on or before 5:00 p.m. central time on the 31st day after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
The text of the rule sections being reviewed will not be published but may be found in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code or on the Secretary of State's website at State Rules and Open Meetings (www.sos.texas.gov).
TRD-202402307
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Department of State Health Services
Filed: May 22, 2024
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal the chapter listed below, in its entirety, contained in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code:
Chapter 414, Rights and Protections of Persons Receiving Mental Health Services
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies, every four years, to assess whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. After reviewing its rules, the agency will readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal its rules.
Comments on the review of Chapter 414, Rights and Protections of Persons Receiving Mental Health Services, may be submitted to HHSC Rules Coordination Office, Mail Code 4102, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, or by email to bhs_rules@hhs.texas.gov. When emailing comments, please indicate "Comments on Proposed Rule Review Chapter 414" in the subject line. The deadline for comments is on or before 5:00 p.m. central time on the 31st day after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
The text of the rule sections being reviewed will not be published but may be found in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code or on the Secretary of State's website at State Rules and Open Meetings (www.sos.texas.gov).
TRD-202402308
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Department of State Health Services
Filed: May 22, 2024
Title 26, Part 1
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal the chapter listed below, in its entirety, contained in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 306, Behavioral Health Delivery System
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies, every four years, to assess whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. After reviewing its rules, the agency will readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal its rules.
Comments on the review of Chapter 306, Behavioral Health Delivery System, may be submitted to HHSC Rules Coordination Office, Mail Code 4102, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, or by email to bhs_rules@hhs.texas.gov. When emailing comments, please indicate "Comments on Proposed Rule Review Chapter 306" in the subject line. The deadline for comments is on or before 5:00 p.m. central time on the 31st day after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
The text of the rule sections being reviewed will not be published but may be found in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code or on the Secretary of State's website at State Rules and Open Meetings (www.sos.texas.gov).
TRD-202402309
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: May 22, 2024
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal the chapter listed below, in its entirety, contained in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 307, Behavioral Health Programs
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies, every four years, to assess whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. After reviewing its rules, the agency will readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal its rules.
Comments on the review of Chapter 307, Behavioral Health Programs, may be submitted to HHSC Rules Coordination Office, Mail Code 4102, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, or by email to bhs_rules@hhs.texas.gov. When emailing comments, please indicate "Comments on Proposed Rule Review Chapter 307" in the subject line. The deadline for comments is on or before 5:00 p.m. central time on the 31st day after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
The text of the rule sections being reviewed will not be published but may be found in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code or on the Secretary of State's website at State Rules and Open Meetings (www.sos.texas.gov).
TRD-202402312
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: May 22, 2024
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal the chapter listed below, in its entirety, contained in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 352, Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies, every four years, to assess whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. After reviewing its rules, the agency will readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal its rules.
Comments on the review of Chapter 352, Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services, may be submitted to HHSC Rules Coordination Office, Mail Code 4102, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, or by email to CRS_Policy@hhs.texas.gov. When emailing comments, please indicate "Comments on Proposed Rule Review Chapter 352" in the subject line. The deadline for comments is on or before 5:00 p.m. central time on the 31st day after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
The text of the rule sections being reviewed will not be published but may be found in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code or on the Secretary of State's website at State Rules and Open Meetings (www.sos.texas.gov).
TRD-202402321
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: May 23, 2024
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal the chapter listed below, in its entirety, contained in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 354, Hemophilia Assistance Program
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies, every four years, to assess whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. After reviewing its rules, the agency will readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal its rules.
Comments on the review of Chapter 354, Hemophilia Assistance Program, may be submitted to HHSC Rules Coordination Office, Mail Code 4102, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, or by email to hemophilia@hhs.texas.gov. When emailing comments, please indicate "Comments on Proposed Rule Review Chapter 354" in the subject line. The deadline for comments is on or before 5:00 p.m. central time on the 31st day after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
The text of the rule sections being reviewed will not be published but may be found in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code or on the Secretary of State's website at State Rules and Open Meetings (www.sos.texas.gov).
TRD-202402358
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: May 28, 2024
Title 40, Part 1
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), as the successor agency of the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services, proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal the chapter listed below, in its entirety, contained in Title 40, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code:
Chapter 11, Quality Assurance Fee
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies, every four years, to assess whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. After reviewing the rules referenced above, the agency will readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal each rule. The purpose of this review is to assess whether the reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist and to seek public comment on whether the reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist.
Comments on the review of Chapter 11, Quality Assurance Fee, may be submitted to HHSC Rules Coordination Office, Mail Code 4102, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, or by email to PFD_LFM@hhs.texas.gov. When emailing comments, please indicate "Comments on Proposed Rule Review Chapter 11" in the subject line. The deadline for comments is on or before 5:00 p.m. central time on the 31st day after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
The text of the rule sections being reviewed will not be published but may be found in Title 40, Part 1, Chapter 11 of the Texas Administrative Code or on the Secretary of State's website at State Rules and Open Meetings (www.sos.texas.gov).
TRD-202402378
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Department of Aging and Disability Services
Filed: May 29, 2024
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Title 1, Part 15
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 1, Part 15, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 382, Women's Health Services
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the April 5, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 2203). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
HHSC has reviewed Chapter 382 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
The agency determined that the original reasons for adopting all rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 382. Any amendments, if applicable, to Chapter 382 identified by HHSC in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes HHSC's review of 1 TAC Chapter 382 as required by the Texas Government Code §2001.039.
TRD-202402356
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: May 24, 2024
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 1, Part 15, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 395, Civil Rights
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the March 29, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 2095). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
HHSC has reviewed Chapter 395 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
The agency determined that the original reasons for adopting all rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 395. Any amendments, if applicable, to Chapter 395 identified by HHSC in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes HHSC's review of 1 TAC Chapter 395 as required by the Texas Government Code §2001.039.
TRD-202402324
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: May 23, 2024
Title 4, Part 1
Pursuant to Texas Government Code, §2001.039, the Texas Department of Agriculture (Department) has completed its review of Texas Administrative Code, Title 4, Part 1, Chapter 2 (Licensing), Subchapter A (General Provisions), comprised of §2.1 (Application for a License), §2.3 (Payment of Required License Fees), and §2.4 (Notification of Change of Address).
The notice of intent to review this subchapter was published in the September 22, 2023 issue of the Texas Register (48 TexReg 5553). No comments were received in response to this notice.
The Department finds that the reasons for initially adopting this subchapter continue to exist, and readopts it with proposed amendments to §2.1, which can be found in the Proposed Rules section of this issue.
TRD-202402267
Susan Maldonado
General Counsel
Texas Department of Agriculture
Filed: May 21, 2024
Title 25, Part 1
Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), in its own capacity and on behalf of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 37, Maternal and Infant Health Services
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the September 29, 2023, issue of the Texas Register (48 TexReg 5743). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
HHSC and DSHS have reviewed Chapter 37 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
The agencies determined that the original reasons for adopting rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 37 except for:
§37.3, Intrauterine Contraceptive Devices;
§37.11, Purpose;
§37.12, Definitions;
§37.15, Withholding of Funds to Providers;
§37.191, Memorandum of Understanding Concerning a Coordinated Statewide Family Planning Program;
§37.192, Memorandum of Understanding on Multiproblem Children and Youth;
§37.193, Memorandum of Understanding Covering the Delivery of Services to Persons Who Are Deaf;
§37.201, Transportation of an Infant to a Hospital's Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit;
§37.251, Purpose;
§37.252, Definitions;
§37.253, Professional Standards/Guidelines; §37.254, Statewide Oversight of the Perinatal Care System and Interstate Cooperation;
§37.255, Perinatal Planning Areas;
§37.256, Perinatal Resource Coordinating Groups;
§37.257, Perinatal Plans;
§37.258, Data Analysis and Progress Report; and
§37.259, Designation of Perinatal Care Facilities.
The identified repeals and any amendments, if applicable, to Chapter 37 identified by HHSC and DSHS in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes HHSC's and DSHS' review of 25 TAC Chapter 37 as required by the Texas Government Code §2001.039.
TRD-202402357
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Department of State Health Services
Filed: May 28, 2024
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 137, Birthing Centers
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the March 22, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 1974). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
HHSC has reviewed Chapter 137 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
The agency determined that the original reasons for adopting all rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 137. Any amendments, if applicable, to Chapter 137 identified by HHSC in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes HHSC's review of 25 TAC Chapter 137 as required by the Texas Government Code §2001.039.
TRD-202402337
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Department of State Health Services
Filed: May 23, 2024
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), on behalf of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 231, Requests for Information or Official Determination on Food Regulation
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the April 5, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 2204). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
HHSC and DSHS have reviewed Chapter 231 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
The agency determined that the original reasons for adopting all rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 231. Any amendments, if applicable, to Chapter 231 identified by HHSC in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes HHSC's and DSHS' review of 25 TAC Chapter 231 as required by the Texas Government Code §2001.039.
TRD-202402341
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Department of State Health Services
Filed: May 24, 2024
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), in its own capacity and on behalf of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 415, Provider Clinical Responsibilities--Mental Health Services
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the March 29, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 2097). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
HHSC has reviewed Chapter 415 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
The agency determined that the original reasons for adopting rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 415 except for:
§415.4, Philosophy;
§415.13, References;
§415.14, Distribution;
§415.314, Notice of Hearing Forms; and
§415.315, References.
The identified repeals and any amendments, if applicable, to Chapter 415 identified by HHSC in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes HHSC's review of 25 TAC Chapter 415 as required by the Texas Government Code §2001.039.
TRD-202402323
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Department of State Health Services
Filed: May 23, 2024
Title 26, Part 1
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code:
Chapter 275, Consumer Managed Personal Attendant Services (CMPAS) Program
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the February 16, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 882). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
HHSC has reviewed Chapter 275 in accordance with §2001.039 of the Texas Government Code, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. The agency determined that the original reasons for adopting all rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 275. Any amendments to Chapter 275 identified by HHSC in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes HHSC's review of 26 TAC Chapter 275 as required by the Texas Government Code §2001.039.
TRD-202402367
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: May 28, 2024
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 557, Medication Aides--Program Requirements
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the March 29, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 2098). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
HHSC has reviewed Chapter 557 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. The agency determined that the original reasons for adopting all rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 557. Any amendments, if applicable, to Chapter 557 identified by HHSC in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes HHSC's review of 26 TAC Chapter 557 as required by the Texas Government Code §2001.039.
TRD-202402328
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: May 23, 2024
Title 28, Part 2
Chapters 120, 122, and 124
The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) completed its review of 28 Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Chapters 120, 122, and 124. DWC conducted the review under Texas Government Code §2001.039.
Notice of the review was published in the April 12, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 2323). There were no requests for a public hearing.
DWC received two comments by the May 13, 2024, deadline. No comments suggested repealing a rule in its entirety. Commenters for readoption and for readoption with changes were: Benjamin De Leon for the Office of Injured Employee Counsel (OIEC) and Tracey Jennings for Summit Holdings. There were no commenters against readoption.
As a result of the review, and in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, DWC finds that the reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist and readopts all sections in 28 TAC:
-Chapter 120 (Compensation Procedure--Employers);
-Chapter 122 (Compensation Procedure--Claimants); and
-Chapter 124 (Insurance Carriers: Notices, Payments, and Reporting).
DWC will consider suggested repeals or amendments identified during this rule review in future rulemaking under Texas Government Code Chapter 2001 (Administrative Procedure).
This concludes the review of 28 TAC Chapters 120, 122, and 124.
TRD-202402354
Kara Mace
General Counsel
Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation
Filed: May 24, 2024
Title 40, Part 1
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), as the successor agency of the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services, adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 40, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 41, Consumer Directed Services Option
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the April 5, 2024, issue of the Texas Register (49 TexReg 2205). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
HHSC has reviewed Chapter 41 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
The agency determined that the original reasons for adopting all rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 41. Any amendments, if applicable, to Chapter 41 identified by HHSC in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes HHSC's review of 40 TAC Chapter 41 as required by the Texas Government Code §2001.039.
TRD-202402329
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Department of Aging and Disability Services
Filed: May 23, 2024