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Texas Health and Human Services

Medicaid, health inspections, child welfare, disability services

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How to Submit

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Phone
512-438-4878
Mail
HHS, Public Information Coordinator, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, TX 78711

Legal Framework

Governing LawTexas Public Information Act
CitationTex. Gov’t Code § 552
Response Deadline10 business days
Est. Response Time~10 business days

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I file a public records request with Texas Health and Human Services?
You can file a request with Texas Health and Human Services (HHS-TX) through FOIAfile in under 3 minutes. We'll format your request with proper legal citations under Tex. Gov’t Code § 552 and deliver it via email, online portal, mail.
How long does HHS-TX have to respond to a public records request?
Under Tex. Gov’t Code § 552, Texas Health and Human Services must respond within 10 business days. FOIAfile tracks your deadline automatically and notifies you if the agency misses it.
What if HHS-TX denies or ignores my request?
If Texas Health and Human Services denies your request or fails to respond within the deadline, you may have legal options including administrative appeals and court action. FOIAfile provides appeal letter templates and can connect you with a FOIA attorney for a free consultation.

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