Informal Comments on Draft Rules for Individualized Skills and Socialization Due March 21

March 8, 2024

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Long-term Care Regulation (LTCR) is currently accepting feedback from stakeholders regarding proposed revisions to Texas Administrative Code, Title 26, Chapter 559, Subchapter H – Licensure rules for Individualized Skills and Socialization.

The informal comment period ends March 21, 2024.

Comment on Proposed and Draft Rules

The proposed new and amended rules will:

Increase regulatory oversight by providing clarification on current practice regarding reporting requirements for abuse, neglect, exploitation, provider requirements, and criteria for denying a license or renewal of a license.
Strengthen protection for individuals receiving Individualized Skills and Socialization services, including new sections for environmental conditions and client rights.
Enhance enforcement mechanisms by incorporating Administrative Penalties as an alternative to licensure revocation.

Questions and comments can be emailed to HHSC LTCR Rules.