Learn about Texas' approach to the No Surprises Act, including balance billing protections and independent dispute resolution processes. Find out how the Texas Department of Insurance and regulatory agencies ensure compliance and enforce consumer protections.

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Delve into the transformation and development of the Texas Open Data Portal, led by Stacey Lewis, the ODP Administrator. Discover the statewide data program, the evolution of the portal since 2015, and how high-value data is defined in Texas. Learn about open data sharing, the ODP's purpose, usage s

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Holistic Rating Training Requirements for TELPAS components for grades K-12 in Texas include calibration, basic training, and responsibilities for raters. Raters and verifiers are educators assigned to rate students eligible for special holistic administrations. Rater credentials mandate valid Texas

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Mentoring undergraduate and graduate students in research, Matthew Alexander from the Dept. of Chemical & Natural Gas Engineering at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, Texas, discusses his involvement in student research mentoring programs at TAMUK, including opportunities for undergraduates and gradu

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Learn how to become a Texas high school swimming official through the Texas Interscholastic Swimming and Diving Officials program. Discover the importance of training, registration, testing, and getting assigned to work. This professional development opportunity empowers you to make a positive impac

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Academic freedom, a core principle in higher education, is championed by organizations like the AAUP. Recent advocacy efforts in Texas, led by groups like the Texas AAUP Conference, have resulted in legislative changes impacting faculty rights and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Collabora

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Advocacy for academic freedom, tenure, and other higher education values in Texas is crucial for advancing educational standards. Highlighting the significance of shared governance and expressing the benefits of teaching and research in different disciplines can help in advocating for these values.

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Learn about the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) permits and regulations governing produced wastewater in Texas. Explore the authority of regulatory bodies like the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Discover management opt

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Explore the impact of African Americans and women in Texas during the Reconstruction period through the lens of political, economic, and social influencers. Learn about African American legislators, the Freedmen's Bureau, and women's suffrage movement in Texas, shedding light on their contributions

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Focused on modernizing public health data systems in Texas, the initiative aims to enhance data sharing, visualization, and response times for improved health outcomes. Updates include enhancements to NEDSS and ImmTrac2, as well as ongoing projects in maternal and child health data modernization.

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The Office of Public Health Data Strategy in Texas is undertaking modernization initiatives to enhance data visualization, sharing, and progress tracking. Upcoming upgrades include transitioning to NEDSS version 6.0.16, introducing new tools for data collection support, and improving reporting capab

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This collection of images and descriptions provides insights into DPI Auditor activities, state audit guidelines, and updates related to state major program determinations. The State Single Audit Guidelines for Wisconsin School Districts are highlighted, along with the State Audit Manual overview an

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Texas A&M Health offers a unique 2-year post-graduate fellowship program focusing on clinical social work to address workforce shortages. The program provides intensive training, supervision, and diverse learning opportunities, aiming for independent licensure. With a strong focus on clinical practi

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Texas played a significant role in the Civil War by contributing soldiers to the Confederate Army. Governor Francis Lubbock led the state's efforts, organizing troops and sending units such as Hood's Texas Brigade and Terry's Texas Rangers to fight in key battles. Despite initial resistance to the d

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Explore the history of FOTAS - the Federation of Texas Aquarium Societies, from its inception in 1952 to its evolution into a yearly convention. Discover the chronology of aquatic organizations in Texas from the 1930s, including the formation of various aquarium clubs and their contributions to the

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The Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium is conducting a grant review process for new and emerging mental health researchers. The process involves individual and group reviews to ensure fair distribution of funds across Texas institutions. The budget available is $8.4 million, with specific cri

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Draft Health Sector Grant & Budget Guidelines FY 2019/20 focus on providing the highest level of health services in Uganda through various health interventions. The guidelines aim to accelerate progress towards universal health coverage, prioritize key strategic objectives, and address sector priori

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Spain and France's explorers like Cortes, Pineda, Cabeza de Vaca, and others ventured into the New World, shaping Texas history with discoveries, conquests, and missions to convert natives. The journey includes expeditions, conflicts, and the establishment of missions that secured Texas for Spain bu

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Texas Veterans Commission Employment Services provide job matching, resume assistance, and career advisement to veterans and their families across Texas. With Veteran Career Advisors, Veteran Employer Liaisons, and Rural Veteran Career Advisors, the program aims to increase employment opportunities

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Explore key employment law considerations and best practices for Texas employers amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Topics include paid leave benefits, responding to employee requests, transitioning back to the workplace, proper actions for positive cases, furloughs, and more. Discover insights from Exec

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The Convention of 1836 held in Washington on the Brazos led to the drafting of the Texas Declaration of Independence, declaring Texas as a free and sovereign republic. The declaration highlighted grievances against Mexico and the adoption of a new constitution on March 2, 1836, known as Texas Indepe

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This content covers essential legal information for entities holding charters in the education sector in Texas. It addresses governance, applicable laws and regulations, eligibility criteria, and compliance requirements related to IRS 501(c)(3) exemption status. Key topics include organizational str

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This presentation showcases the initiatives undertaken by Claudia Lozano and her team in enhancing preventive health services in health departments. It discusses the 1115 Texas Healthcare Transformation Waiver, preventive health services, outcome measures, stretch activities, community benefits, and

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Expansion of adolescent substance use treatment and screening programs across different University of Texas Health Science Centers in Texas, focusing on implementing systematic screening, evidence-based interventions, and referral pathways for youth with substance use disorders. The initiative aims

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Texas Water Research Network focuses on addressing the resilience of water resources in Texas to changes in natural and human systems. By bringing researchers, stakeholders, and policy makers together, the network aims to improve connections and promote effective interactions to enhance water resili

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Learn about the access protocol for keys and access cards at the University of North Texas Health Science Center Department of Lab Animal Medicine, including training requirements, staff availability, and laboratory apparel guidelines. Understand the importance of occupational health and safety prac

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The Department of Lab Animal Medicine at the University of North Texas Health Science Center outlines important policies and procedures for accessing and managing the lab animal facility. From training requirements to access protocols, this comprehensive guide emphasizes safety, security, and compli

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The USDA NRCS EQIP Edwards Aquifer State Resource Concern (EA SRC) program in Texas aims to enhance local agriculture productivity and environmental objectives by focusing on water quality, erosion reduction, efficient water usage, and addressing climate change impacts. The program provides voluntar

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The Texas Pecan Board aims to improve the lives of Texas pecan farm families through enhanced productivity, market strategies, and promotion of pecan products. The board receives grants for various projects and collaborates with organizations to address challenges like the Pecan Weevil infestation.

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Texas Health Care Collaboratives focus on promoting collaboration and innovation in healthcare delivery and payment models. They aim to improve quality and efficiency by encouraging provider collaboration, effective delivery models, and coordination of services while reducing potentially preventable

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This content delves into the origins, identification, regions, and ways of life of American Indian groups in Texas and North America before European exploration. It also covers motivations for European exploration, settlement of Texas, significant explorers, Spanish settlements and missions in Texas

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Explore the Texas Public Finance Authority (TPFA) and its role as the central state issuer for various state agencies, including Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, and more. Learn about TPFA's issuance history, managing billions in bonds and provi

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The Texas Academy of International and STEM Studies is a program designed for academically focused and motivated high school students in 11th and 12th grades. Located on the Texas A&M International University campus, the academy offers students the opportunity to complete two years of college concur

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Create an engaging public health presentation to promote oral health in preschoolers utilizing guidelines from HOSA. The importance of good dental health on overall well-being is highlighted, with facts from CDC and Healthy People 2030 revealing gaps in dental care utilization. Explore the associati

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Texas has access to funds from the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill through the Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund, Natural Resource Damage Assessment, and the RESTORE Act. The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation allocates funds for Texas projects, while BP provides funding for early restoration projects.

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Explore the major eras in Texas history, including Natural Texas, Spanish Colonial, Texas Revolution, Age of Oil, and more. Understand the significance of key dates like 1821 and 1836, and compare pre-colonization American Indian cultures. Learn about important figures in European exploration and co

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Air North Texas is a public awareness campaign in North Central Texas promoting clean air choices and lifestyle changes. It aims to improve air quality, impact health, and the environment. The campaign includes elements like a website, social media, events, and partner support to create a consistent

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University of Texas Health Center Infection Control Collaborative, led by Jan Evans Patterson, MD, focuses on improving patient safety through collaborative efforts. The program includes clinical and quality improvement experts working together on topics like multi-drug resistant organisms, hand hyg

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The Texas A&M University System's 7th Annual Military Friendly Symposium highlights the collaboration between the university and the Texas Workforce Commission in supporting veterans. The symposium showcases initiatives such as WorkInTexas.com and the Texas Veterans Leadership Program, aimed at prov

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Anglo Colonization and the road to revolution led to the Texas Revolution as American settlers moved west, disregarding Spanish authority and sparking conflicts. Empresarios played a role in land distribution, while figures like Augustus Magee and Bernardo Gutierrez fought for Texas independence. Tr

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