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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 86(R)

House Bill 706

House Author:  Bernal et al.

Effective:  9-1-19

Senate Sponsor:  Lucio


            House Bill 706 amends the Education Code to extend eligibility for audiology services provided under the school health and related services program to a child who is 20 years of age or younger, has a disability or chronic medical condition, is eligible for Medicaid benefits, and has been prescribed the audiology services under an individualized education program or a plan created under certain federal law.