Relating to infection prevention and control programs and other communicable diseases measures at certain long-term care facilities; authorizing an administrative penalty.

HB 2374 requires Texas long-term care facilities (like nursing homes) to establish and maintain infection prevention programs. These programs must monitor key infectious diseases, ensure rapid access to flu and COVID-19 tests for residents and staff, and be overseen by a facility committee including nursing and medical directors. The committee must conduct annual reviews, report findings to residents at public meetings, and ensure the facility’s primary infection preventionist implements the program. The bill authorizes administrative penalties for noncompliance with these requirements.