(a) Notice and opportunity for hearing. HHSC may deny,
suspend, or terminate services to an applicant or client if it determines
that the applicant or client is ineligible to participate in FPP.
(b) Notice and opportunity for a fair hearing. Before
HHSC finalizes the denial, suspension, or termination under subsection
(a) of this section, the applicant or client is notified and provided
an opportunity for a fair hearing in accordance with Chapter 357,
Subchapter A of this title (relating to Uniform Fair Hearing Rules).
(c) Appeal procedures. An applicant or client who is
aggrieved by the denial, suspension, or termination of services under
subsection (a) of this section may appeal the decision in accordance
with Chapter 357, Subchapter A of this title. An applicant or client
may not appeal a decision to deny, suspend, or terminate services
if the decision is the result of a decision by the State to reduce
or stop funding the program.
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