The Texas Health and Human Services Commission has issued a new letter announcing rules implementing Senate Bill (S.B.) 25 and S.B. 572. These bills concern the rights of residents in long-term care facilities to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation and the right to in-person visitation with religious counselors during a public health emergency. The rules apply only during a declared public health emergency or disaster. Facilities may not prohibit in-person visitation with an essential caregiver for more than 14 consecutive days or 45 days in a calendar year. They must also permit end-of-life visits and communicate any changes in a resident's condition. Nursing homes and healthcare facilities must comply with these rules to ensure the rights of their residents are protected.

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