TX SB2290

Expands the definition of "child with special health care needs" to include individuals with sickle cell disease, regardless of age, for eligibility in the children with special health care needs program

Previously, only individuals with cystic fibrosis qualified for the program without age restrictions; this bill adds sickle cell disease to that category

Individuals under 21 years of age with chronic physical or developmental conditions remain eligible under existing criteria

Effective date is September 1, 2025