Organization URL(s)
contact@hhsc.state.tx.us
www.hhsc.state.tx.us
Other Contact Information
4900 North Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78751
512-424-6500 (Voice)
512-424-6597 (TTY)
Description
The Texas Health and Human Commission (HHSC) provides oversight for the state’s health and human services agencies and programs. In addition, HHSC directly administers programs that provide assistance to low-income Texans. HHSC administers and determines eligibility for Medicaid, Food Stamps, Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF). The agency also administers nutritional programs, services for victims of family violence, and programs that provide disaster assistance.
Print Resources
The Department publishes an annual report and pamphlets (in English and Spanish) describing its programs.
Related Topics
Review Date
Tuesday, Jun 14, 2011
