Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2946

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the provision of nutrition support services to Medicaid recipients in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services and a report on the health outcomes of providing those services.

Impact

The amendments introduced by HB 2946 are set to enhance the framework within which nutrition support is delivered in Texas. Effective from September 1, 2025, this legislation mandates that Medicaid managed care organizations must consider certain nutrition support services as viable alternatives to traditional Medicaid services. This shift could potentially lead to better health outcomes for recipients by addressing nutritional deficiencies and promoting healthier dietary practices, especially among populations with chronic health issues that can be mitigated through improved nutrition.

Summary

House Bill 2946 proposes amendments to the Government Code related to the provision of nutrition support services for Medicaid recipients. The bill allows Medicaid managed care organizations to provide certain nutrition support services as an alternative to the usual services specified in the state Medicaid plan. It focuses on improving access to nutritious food among eligible individuals, particularly those at risk of diet-related chronic diseases. The legislation specifies that community-based organizations can provide these nutrition services, which may include medically tailored meals and food prescriptions under certain conditions.

Contention

While HB 2946 is aimed at improving health outcomes through enhanced nutrition support, there may be points of contention regarding the integration of these services within the existing Medicaid framework. Some stakeholders might raise concerns about funding allocations for these new services and how they might affect the quality or availability of traditional Medicaid services. Additionally, the feasibility of implementing a robust tracking system for the health outcomes associated with these nutrition services, as mandated by the bill, could present challenges for Medicaid providers and state health officials.

Companion Bills

TX SB1661

Identical Relating to the provision of nutrition support services to Medicaid recipients in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services and a report on the health outcomes of providing those services.

Previously Filed As

TX SB1661

Relating to the provision of nutrition support services to Medicaid recipients in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services and a report on the health outcomes of providing those services.

TX HB26

Relating to authorizing Medicaid managed care organizations to offer nutrition support services in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services.

TX SB1753

Relating to requiring contracts with Medicaid managed care organizations to permit the organizations to offer certain mental health or substance use services or food and nutrition assistance services in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services.

TX SB3001

Relating to requiring contracts with Medicaid managed care organizations to permit the organizations to offer nutrition counseling and instruction services in lieu of other state Medicaid plan services.

TX SB236

Relating to certain evidence-based health-related non-medical services offered by a Medicaid managed care organization in lieu of other services.

TX HB5030

Relating to the provision of certain mental and behavioral health services under Medicaid, Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for those services, and the regulation of psychiatric residential treatment facilities; requiring an occupational license.

TX HB4459

Relating to the provision of certain services under the Medicaid managed care program to recipients who are victims of family violence.

TX SB806

Nutrition services; creating the Food is Medicine Act; creating certain incentive for Medicaid contracted entities; providing for certain expansion of nutrition services. Effective date. Emergency.

TX SB806

Nutrition services; creating the Food is Medicine Act; creating certain incentive for Medicaid contracted entities; providing for certain expansion of nutrition services. Effective date. Emergency.

TX SJR5

Directing The Department Of Health And Social Services To Submit A State Plan Amendment Increasing Eligibility For Medicaid Long Term Services And Supports.

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