Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 78(R)

HOUSE BILL 3014  

HOUSE AUTHOR: Capelo

EFFECTIVE: 06-20-03         

SENATE SPONSOR: Janek

House Bill 3014 amends the Government Code to authorize a health and human services agency, subject to the written approval of the commissioner of health and human services, to accept a gift or grant of money, drugs, equipment, or any other item of value from a pharmaceutical manufacturer, distributor, provider, or another entity engaged in a pharmaceutical-related business. The commissioner is authorized to adopt rules that ensure the acceptance of a gift or grant is consistent with federal law or regulation and does not adversely affect federal financial participation in any state program, including the Medicaid program.