House Bill No. 1119 mandates a biennial report on the regional allocation of mental health beds in Texas, which must be submitted by December 1 of each even-numbered year. The bill amends Section 533.0515(e) of the Health and Safety Code, removing the requirement for the department to collaborate with the advisory panel and instead designating the commission as the primary entity responsible for preparing the report. The report will include a detailed explanation of the bed day allocation methodology, its outcomes by region, and factors influencing its applicability. Additionally, it will provide evaluations of state-funded mental health services, including financial allocations, facility capacities, patient outcomes, and any recommendations for improving the allocation of state-funded beds.

The bill also introduces several new elements to the report, such as a comprehensive analysis of state-funded mental health facilities, including funding allocations and service gaps, as well as the total number of entities denied state-funded mental health grants due to funding limitations. Furthermore, it requires an assessment of the outcomes from the bed day utilization review protocol and its impact on the use of state-funded beds. The changes aim to enhance transparency and effectiveness in the allocation of mental health resources across the state. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 533.0515 (Health and Safety Code 533)
House Committee Report: Health and Safety Code 533.0515 (Health and Safety Code 533)
Engrossed: Health and Safety Code 533.0515 (Health and Safety Code 533)