Amend SB 51, on third reading by adding new subsections (c),
(d), (e), and (f), as follows:
      (c) The department shall by rule establish a specific set of
income, assets or resources allowable for recipients under this
section.  The income level shall not be less than 200% or more than
400% of the federal poverty level.  Allowable asset or resource
levels shall not be less than:
            (1) the levels allowed for individuals who are in
foster care; and
            (2) the levels allow for a person under 19 years of age
who is eligible for the medical assistance program.
      (d) In setting allowable income, asset or resource levels,
the department shall exclude:
            (1) any financial benefit used for the purpose of
educational or vocational training, such as scholarships, student
loans or grants; and
            (2) any financial benefit use for the purpose of
housing; and
            (3) any grants or subsidies obtained as a result of the
Foster Care Independence Act.
      (e) The Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory
Services shall certify the income, assets or resources of each
individual on the date the individual exits substitute care.  An
individual qualifying for medical assistance as established by this
section shall remain eligible for twelve calendar months after
certification and after each recertification.
      (f) The recertification process for individuals who are
eligible for medical assistance under this section shall include
the option of recertifying by mail or phone.