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TX HB4120
Bill
Status
5/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Donna Howard
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AI Summary
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Requires the Health and Human Services Commission and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to enter into a memorandum of understanding allowing inmates to apply for public benefits before their discharge or release on parole, mandatory supervision, or conditional pardon
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Expands eligible programs beyond the current supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) to include Medicaid, the child health plan program, Healthy Texas Women, Family Planning Program, financial assistance (TANF), SNAP, and WIC
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Establishes procedures for the commission to accept and process public benefits applications from inmates confined in TDCJ-operated or contracted facilities
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Aims to ensure eligible inmates can begin receiving program services immediately upon release rather than facing delays in coverage
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Takes effect September 1, 2025, with provisions for agencies to seek necessary federal waivers before implementation if required
Legislative Description
Relating to allowing certain inmates to apply for benefits under certain public benefits programs to be provided at the time of discharge or release.
Health
Last Action
Received from the House
5/14/2025