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Texas advocates warn proposed cuts to health, assistance programs could hurt vulnerable communities
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Abigail Ruhman , as published by Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News
· September 25, 2026
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The Texas Health and Human Services Commission proposed cuts to more than 20 client services programs. Dozens of Texas advocates testified at a legislative budget board hearing Thursday to ask state lawmakers to protect those programs.
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Key points Dozens of Texas advocates testified at a legislative budget board hearing Thursday to ask state lawmakers to protect those programs. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission proposed cuts to more than 20 client services programs. More government Today’s briefing Local events
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