Section 247.043 - [Effective 4/1/2025] Investigation of Abuse, Exploitation, or Neglect(a) The department shall conduct an investigation in accordance with Section 260A.007 after receiving a report of abuse, exploitation, or neglect of a resident of an assisted living facility.(b) If the thorough investigation reveals that abuse, exploitation, or neglect has occurred, the department shall: (1) implement enforcement measures, including closing the facility, revoking the facility's license, relocating residents, and making referrals to law enforcement agencies;(2) notify the Department of Family and Protective Services of the results of the investigation;(3) notify a health and human services agency, as defined by Section 521.0001 , Government Code, that contracts with the facility for the delivery of personal care services of the results of the investigation; and(4) provide to a contracting health and human services agency access to the department's documents or records relating to the investigation.(c) Providing access to a confidential document or record under Subsection (b)(4) does not constitute a waiver of confidentiality.Tex. Health and Safety Code § 247.043
Amended by Acts 2023, Texas Acts of the 88th Leg.- Regular Session, ch. 769,Sec. 2.46, eff. 4/1/2025.Amended by Acts 2015, Texas Acts of the 84th Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 1,Sec. 3.0711, eff. 4/2/2015.Amended By Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., 1st C.S., Ch. 7, Sec. 1.05(j), eff. 9/28/2011.Amended by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 233, Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/1999.Added by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. 637, art. 2, Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/1991.This section is set out more than once due to postponed, multiple, or conflicting amendments.