The bill, S.B. No. 1010, amends the Health and Safety Code by adding a new section, 254.1535, which mandates that freestanding emergency medical care facilities submit a report to the Health and Human Services Commission for each patient stay that exceeds 48 hours. This report must be submitted in the form and manner specified by the commission, in addition to any other information that the executive commissioner may require by rule. Notably, facilities are not required to report on patient stays that are 48 hours or less.

The legislation aims to enhance oversight and data collection regarding patient stays in emergency medical care facilities, ensuring that longer stays are documented and reviewed. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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