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HB 381

Relating to a pilot program awarding grants for the provision of personalized treatment protocols for veterans diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Ryan Guillen and 1 co-sponsor

Texas pilot program grants funds for customized PTSD treatment protocols serving veterans, pending subcommittee approval with cost and implementation details unresolved.

Left pending in subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 381

Legislative bill overview

HB 381 establishes a pilot program in Texas that provides grants to fund personalized treatment protocols for veterans diagnosed with PTSD. The bill aims to improve mental health outcomes by enabling tailored therapeutic approaches rather than one-size-fits-all treatments. It represents an attempt to address a significant gap in veteran mental health services through targeted state funding.

Why is this important

PTSD affects a substantial portion of Texas veterans, and personalized treatment protocols have shown clinical effectiveness in improving outcomes compared to standard treatments. This pilot program could serve as a model for expanding mental health services to underserved veteran populations across the state. The initiative also signals state-level commitment to veteran mental health beyond federal VA resources.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding source: The bill requires state funding for grants without specifying budget allocation, raising questions about whether new appropriations are needed or if existing veteran services funding would be redirected
  • Program scope and measurability: Defining "personalized treatment protocols" lacks specificity—unclear whether standards exist for what qualifies, making program evaluation and replication difficult
  • Grant recipient criteria: No details provided on which organizations can apply (private providers, nonprofits, VA facilities), potentially creating competition or redundancy with existing veteran services

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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