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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 77(R)

HOUSE BILL 2004  

HOUSE AUTHOR: Maxey

EFFECTIVE: 06-15-01         

SENATE SPONSOR: Carona

House Bill 2004 amends the Health and Safety Code to require a physician who prepares a continuing care plan that addresses a patient's mental health and physical needs to include in the plan, if appropriate, the need for sufficient medication to last until a discharged or furloughed patient can see a physician, and the person who is responsible for providing and paying for medication.