The bill, H.B. No. 1719, proposes amendments to Chapter 546 of the Government Code, specifically by adding a new Subchapter J-1 that focuses on the Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) waiver program. The key insertion in this bill is the provision that allows personal assistance services to be provided to recipients of the CLASS Medicaid waiver program at any time during a 24-hour period, as long as it complies with federal law. This change aims to enhance the flexibility and accessibility of personal assistance services for individuals enrolled in the program.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision that allows state agencies to delay the implementation of any part of the Act if they determine that a waiver or authorization from a federal agency is necessary. This ensures that the state can comply with federal requirements before fully executing the new provisions. The Act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.