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The Texas Health and Human Services Commission will begin a workgroup to address rule and program changes needed to expand the Quality Improvement Payment Program for nursing homes.
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is awarding up to $15 million in grant funds to 31 governmental entities and nonprofit organizations located across the state to provide mental health services to communities.
Mental health is as important as physical health. Both are inextricably intertwined, a fact Texas is recognizing with an increased commitment to improving mental health across the state.
Executive Commissioner Charles Smith announces his retirement from state service effective May 31.