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HB18: Relating to the establishment and administration of certain programs and services providing health care services to rural counties.

: Gary Vandeaver (R-TX) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Jun 20, 2025
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HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Minors--Health & Safety
State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
Hospitals
STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
Health--Rural
RURAL HEALTH STABILIZATION & INNOVATION ACT
STATE OFFICE OF RURAL HOSPITAL FINANCE
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Relating to the establishment and administration of certain programs and services providing health care services to rural counties.

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