Relating to provision of and access to services for children with certain health care needs, including access to certain Medicaid waiver programs.

HB 5220 creates a statewide "Texas Pregnancy and Parent Support Network" to connect expectant parents receiving prenatal diagnoses of serious health conditions (like fetal anomalies or chronic disorders) with support services and help them navigate Medicaid waiver applications. It expands eligibility for a Medicaid buy-in program for children with disabilities, raising the family income limit to 300% of the federal poverty level to access home and community-based care. The bill also adds requirements to prioritize enrollment in the Medically Dependent Children Program (MDCP) waiver for children meeting specific criteria, including Supplemental Security Income (SSI) eligibility. This bill directly affects families of children with complex health needs seeking Medicaid waiver services in Texas.