Honorable John Whitmire, Chair, Senate Committee on Criminal Justice
FROM:
John McGeady, Assistant Director Sarah Keyton, Assistant Director Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB2894 by Collier (Relating to the prosecution of health care fraud; creating a criminal offense.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend various codes as they relate to the punishment for the criminal offense of health care fraud. The bill modifies the circumstances of the offense and enhancement provision. The punishment for this offense would range from a misdemeanor to a felony with the punishment level based on the specific circumstances of the offense.
The Office of Court Administration and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice indicate the modifications outlined in the bill's provisions would not result in a significant fiscal impact. This analysis assumes the provisions of the bill addressing felony sanctions would not result in a significant impact on the demand for state correctional resources.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.
Source Agencies:
212 Office of Court Administration, Texas Judicial Council, 304 Comptroller of Public Accounts, 696 Department of Criminal Justice