Sec. 91.027. BLINDNESS EDUCATION, SCREENING, AND TREATMENT PROGRAM. (a) To the extent that funds are available under Sections 521.008 and 522.0295 , Transportation Code, the department shall operate a Blindness Education, Screening, and Treatment Program to provide: (1) blindness prevention education and screening and treatment to prevent blindness for residents who are not covered under an adequate health benefit plan; and (2) transition services to individuals with visual disabilities eligible for vocational rehabilitation services. (b) The program shall include: (1) public education about blindness and other eye conditions; (2) screenings and eye examinations to identify conditions that may cause blindness; (3) treatment procedures necessary to prevent blindness; and (4) transition services. (c) The executive commissioner by rule shall prescribe eligibility requirements for the program.
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