Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB3595 imposes a statutory duty on all Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) to maintain indoor temperatures between 68°F and 82°F during power outages, requiring significant infrastructure upgrades for backup power. This legislation shifts emergency preparedness from a paperwork exercise to a capital expenditure requirement, mandating specific square footage calculations for "Areas of Refuge" and distinct climate control protocols for bedfast residents.
Rep. Jeff Barry·House Bill·Regular Session
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Significant regulatory changes (effective 2025-06-20). Review with your legal and compliance teams to understand implications.
Affected business types:
highSignificant operational investment may be required.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
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Common questions about HB3595
HB3595 imposes a statutory duty on all Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) to maintain indoor temperatures between 68°F and 82°F during power outages, requiring significant infrastructure upgrades for backup power. This legislation shifts emergency preparedness from a paperwork exercise to a capital expenditure requirement, mandating specific square footage calculations for "Areas of Refuge" and distinct climate control protocols for bedfast residents.
HB3595 was authored by Texas Representative Jeff Barry during the Regular Session.
HB3595 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB3595 is enforced by Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC).
The regulatory priority for HB3595 is rated as "critical". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB3595 is estimated as "high". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB3595 addresses topics including aging, disaster preparedness & relief, nursing homes, health & human services commission and assisted living facilities.
Key dates for HB3595: Effective date is 2025-06-20. Rulemaking: Adopt rules to enforce Section 247.073 and establish construction/licensure standards for backup power systems and evacuation protocols. (Prior to 2026-01-01). Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB3595 establishes the following penalties: administrative penalty of Variable (governed by Subchapter C, Chapter 247) for Failure to adopt plan, failure to maintain temperatures (68-82°F) during emergencies, or failure to report outages >12 hours.. Consult with legal counsel for specific applicability to your situation.
HB3595 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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