Electronic Visit Verification is a computer-based system that electronically verifies the occurrence of authorized personal attendant service visits by electronically documenting the precise time a service delivery visit begins and…
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Used to refer to a member of a governmental body who holds his or her position on that body as the result of holding another governmental position. [Source: Texas Legislative…
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The stage in a bill’s legislative progress when it has been passed by both chambers of the legislature in identical form and has been prepared for signature by the presiding…
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The stage in a bill’s legislative progress when it has been passed by the chamber in which it was filed and all amendments to the bill have been incorporated into…
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A statement prepared by a state agency, at the request of the lieutenant governor or the speaker of the house and in coordination with the Legislative Budget Board, that details…
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Otherwise known as the “Rainy Day Fund,” this account was created in 1988 after an economic depression and severe drop in oil prices. The ESF exists as reserve funds in…
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ECI’s mission is to “[assure] that families with young children with developmental delays have the resources and support they need to reach their goals.” It is a statewide program that…
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The ECI Advisory Committee advises the Texas Health and Human Services Commission’s Division for Early Childhood Intervention Services on policies that facilitate early intervention programs for toddlers and infants…
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