H.B. No. 5663 aims to enhance the Wood County Central Hospital District's capacity to provide brain and memory care services by establishing dedicated brain and memory health care services districts. The bill introduces a new section, 1116.111, which permits the district to offer these services, including through contracts, while clarifying that other political subdivisions can also provide similar services within the district. Additionally, it creates a new subchapter that outlines the formation and governance of special districts focused on brain and memory health care, detailing the appointment of a board of directors and operational guidelines.

The legislation specifies that the special district will be funded by the hospital district and prohibits it from imposing taxes or issuing bonds. It outlines the responsibilities of the special district board, including budget creation, public hearings for budget approval, and management of services and assets. The bill mandates an annual independent audit of the special district's financial condition and requires that audit records be accessible at the hospital district's principal office. It also details the process for dissolving a special district, allowing the hospital district board to manage any remaining assets and debts post-dissolution. The provisions of this bill are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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