Relating to considerations in awarding contracts under the Medicaid managed care program to managed care organizations that are public benefit corporations.

HB 5284 modifies Texas Medicaid managed care contract rules to favor public benefit corporation (PBC) managed care organizations (MCOs). It requires the Health and Human Services Commission to apply a 5% bid score increase to PBCs and give them preference in case of tied bids when awarding Medicaid contracts. The bill also adds standard considerations like provider network participation for Medicaid/charity care patients and continuity of care beyond eligibility. This policy change directly affects MCOs bidding for Medicaid contracts and takes effect September 1, 2025.