Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB3000 establishes a state grant program offering up to $500,000 to rural counties (population $\le$ 68,750) for the purchase of ambulances and equipment on behalf of private or public providers. While this offers significant capital relief, it legally binds the county to a "Maintenance of Effort" clause, prohibiting them from reducing the provider's operating budget in the fiscal year following the grant award.
Rep. Ken King·House Bill·Regular Session
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Notable regulatory updates (effective 2025-06-20). Consider how these changes may affect your operations.
Affected business types:
lowMinimal cost impact anticipated.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
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Common questions about HB3000
HB3000 establishes a state grant program offering up to $500,000 to rural counties (population $\le$ 68,750) for the purchase of ambulances and equipment on behalf of private or public providers. While this offers significant capital relief, it legally binds the county to a "Maintenance of Effort" clause, prohibiting them from reducing the provider's operating budget in the fiscal year following the grant award.
HB3000 was authored by Texas Representative Ken King during the Regular Session.
HB3000 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB3000 is enforced by Comptroller of Public Accounts.
The regulatory priority for HB3000 is rated as "moderate". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB3000 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB3000 addresses topics including county government, county government--general, health, health--emergency services & personnel and health--rural.
Key dates for HB3000: Effective date is 2025-06-20. Rulemaking: Establish program, adopt rules for standardized applications, set deadlines for disbursement/spending, and define authorized ambulance specifications. (2026-01-01). Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB3000 establishes the following penalties: administrative penalty of Full return of grant funds for Failure to use grant money for authorized purposes (purchasing ambulances/accessories) or failure to take possession of the ambulance within 5 years of receipt.; administrative penalty of Grant ineligibility/Contract breach for Reducing the county budget for the rural ambulance service provider in the fiscal year following the grant award (Maintenance of Effort violation).. Consult with legal counsel for specific applicability to your situation.
HB3000 primarily affects healthcare providers and medical facilities. These businesses should review the legislation with their legal and compliance teams to understand potential impacts.
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