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North Texas Rep. Toni Rose’s Bill Would Add Coverage for New At-Risk Mothers, Again
A bill that provided six months of Medicaid coverage to qualifying new moms was signed into law in 2021 but never funded.
Policy
Sen. Kelly Hancock’s Kidney Transplant and the Bill to Create More Donors
The North Texas State Senator is pushing to fund education about a national living donor program.
Policy
Texas Nurse Practitioners Want to Be ‘Free’
Most states in the country allow nurse practitioners to work independently, but Texas still requires oversight.
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Texas Is Likely to Expand Medicinal Marijuana Laws, But Access Is Still an Issue
Texas law says the medicine can only be stored in one location, meaning patients sometimes have to wait for weeks for their prescriptions.
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Methodist Hospital Shooting Inspires a Trio of Safety Bills From Dallas Rep. Rafael Anchia
The bills seek to increase the penalty for assaulting hospital workers and improve communication between healthcare facilities and law enforcement.
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The Missing Piece to Expanding Texas’ Medicinal Marijuana Program
Making sure we know exactly where all the THC is in the supply chain could provide comfort to those wary of expanding its use.
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Battling Texas’ Community Care Crisis
Texas with disabilities are struggling to hire attendants to help them remain independent. The state set the minimum wage for these positions at $8.11.
Health Systems
Parkland’s Hospital at Home Program Is Safe for Now
The public health emergency extension breathes life into a local program that is making an impact.
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Join Us for Our Next D CEO Healthcare Panel: Healthcare Policy
A U.S. Congressperson, pharmaceutical CEO, and benefits expert will dig into how policy impacts outcomes and business.
Policy
Rep. Colin Allred on Insulin Bill: ‘A Good First Step’
The bill would help those without insurance, but would cap how much insured individuals pay at $35 per month.