The Eddie Bernice Johnson Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility Regulatory Act of 2025 establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for inpatient rehabilitation facilities in Texas, amending the Health and Safety Code to include specific definitions and provisions for these facilities. The bill introduces a new Chapter 260E, detailing licensing requirements, application processes, and standards to ensure facilities provide intensive rehabilitation services for at least three hours per day. It also imposes civil and administrative penalties for non-compliance, establishes criminal offenses for operating unlicensed facilities, and mandates background evaluations for applicants to ensure qualified individuals manage these facilities.

Additionally, the bill outlines a streamlined licensing process, allowing the issuance of a single license for multiple facilities under certain conditions, and introduces a temporary license for ownership changes. It emphasizes the importance of training for staff, particularly in geriatric care, and mandates annual training for nursing staff. The legislation also includes provisions for patient transfers, fire safety compliance, and unannounced inspections, while establishing penalties for unauthorized disclosure of inspection details. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the quality of care in inpatient rehabilitation facilities through stringent oversight, accountability, and improved regulatory standards.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 166.004, Health and Safety Code 241.003 (Health and Safety Code 166, Health and Safety Code 241)