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HB 5336

Relating to minimum staffing standards and policies for assisted living facilities that provide care to persons with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders and to the disclosure of those standards and policies.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Senfronia Thompson

Texas bill mandates minimum staffing standards for Alzheimer's facilities and requires public disclosure of those standards to improve care quality and transparency.

Referred to Human Services
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Bill Summary · HB 5336

Legislative bill overview

HB 5336 establishes minimum staffing standards and policies for assisted living facilities (ALFs) that serve residents with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia disorders in Texas. The bill also requires these facilities to publicly disclose their staffing standards and care policies, ensuring transparency for families and regulators.

Why is this important

Alzheimer's and dementia care requires specialized attention and adequate staffing to prevent resident harm, wandering incidents, and medical emergencies. Without mandated minimums, facilities may operate with insufficient staff, potentially compromising care quality and resident safety while leaving families without clear information about staffing levels before admission.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory burden and costs: Facilities may argue that mandated staffing ratios increase operational expenses, potentially raising care costs for residents or reducing facility profitability
  • Definition and enforcement challenges: Disagreement over what constitutes adequate "minimum" staffing for dementia care and how standards will be monitored and enforced by state agencies
  • Market flexibility concerns: Industry may contend that one-size-fits-all standards don't account for varying facility layouts, resident acuity levels, or operational models

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

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