Reports and Presentations

The Texas Cares program was created to improve accessibility to prescription drugs for Texans who are unable to access medication through insurance or other health care coverage. The annual report shows the program activities including evaluating implementation, researching population needs, and understanding the landscape of available resources in order to create a successful pharmacy benefit program.

This presentation gives a brief implementation update on House Bill 18, which establishes the Texas Cares program.

MHFA is an evidence-based curriculum used to teach individuals how to help someone who may be developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Health and Safety Code, Section 1001.205(b) requires HHSC to report data on the number of persons trained in MHFA and a detailed accounting of expenditures.