texas legislative advocacy update
The Texas Legislative Coalition (not directly associated with TSOPP) hired a lobbyist for the 2025 session. Capitol Day (funded by Ottobock and Hanger) was a huge success in educating legislators on our issues. (picture on left, April 2025)
HB426 Cranial Remolding Orthosis coverage by TX Medicaid: Enacted
See details below
SB 1174 TX Medicaid coverage for O & P services over 21: Timed out
Many Texans on Medicaid are denied access to orthotic and prosthetic devices that could enhance their quality of life and reduce medical costs. Texas is the only state that doesn't cover these devices for people over 20 with disabilities. S.B. 1174 proposes to address this issue as a sensible and humane solution.
So Every BODY Can Move (Activity-Specific O&P Coverage): Not granted a bill
Activity-specific orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) devices are designed to help people with disabilities participate in specific sports or recreational activities, such as running, swimming, or skiing. These devices are often not covered by insurance plans, limiting their availability and affordability.
HB426 Cranial Remolding Orthosis coverage by TX Medicaid: Enacted
See details below
SB 1174 TX Medicaid coverage for O & P services over 21: Timed out
Many Texans on Medicaid are denied access to orthotic and prosthetic devices that could enhance their quality of life and reduce medical costs. Texas is the only state that doesn't cover these devices for people over 20 with disabilities. S.B. 1174 proposes to address this issue as a sensible and humane solution.
- The bill aimed to extend coverage to this population, allowing them to benefit from the rehabilitation and independence that these devices provide.
So Every BODY Can Move (Activity-Specific O&P Coverage): Not granted a bill
Activity-specific orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) devices are designed to help people with disabilities participate in specific sports or recreational activities, such as running, swimming, or skiing. These devices are often not covered by insurance plans, limiting their availability and affordability.
- Several states have introduced or enacted legislation requiring insurance plans to cover activity-specific O&P devices, based on evidence that these devices improve health and well-being and reduce long-term health care and social services costs.
- To learn more visit https://soeverybodycanmove.org/
education
The TSOPP donated textbooks to the two Texas O&P programs in 2025, Baylor College of Medicine and University of Texas Southwestern.
https://www.bcm.edu/education/school-of-health-professions/orthotics-and-prosthetics-program
https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/education/school-of-health-professions/programs/prosthetics-orthotics/
https://www.bcm.edu/education/school-of-health-professions/orthotics-and-prosthetics-program
https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/education/school-of-health-professions/programs/prosthetics-orthotics/
O&P Awareness
Orthotics and Prosthetics is a relatively small and often overlooked medical profession. If you are interested in learning more about this gratifying career, please visit https://whatispop.org/
Additional Resources:
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. (ABC)
ABC's mission is to establish and promote the highest standards of organizational and clinical performance in the delivery of orthotic, prosthetic and pedorthic services.
https://www.abcop.org/individual-certification/get-certified
The National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE)
NCOPE is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Its mission is to promote and raise the standards of education in the field, accredit orthotic and prosthetic programs.
https://ncope.org/index.php/home-page-v2/academic-programs/accredited-practitioner-programs/
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
The TDLR facilitates and regulates licensing of student, resident, and certified orthotists and prosthetists. O&P licensure is required to treat patients in the state of Texas.
https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/op/
American Board for Certification in Orthotics, Prosthetics and Pedorthics, Inc. (ABC)
ABC's mission is to establish and promote the highest standards of organizational and clinical performance in the delivery of orthotic, prosthetic and pedorthic services.
https://www.abcop.org/individual-certification/get-certified
The National Commission on Orthotic and Prosthetic Education (NCOPE)
NCOPE is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Its mission is to promote and raise the standards of education in the field, accredit orthotic and prosthetic programs.
https://ncope.org/index.php/home-page-v2/academic-programs/accredited-practitioner-programs/
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
The TDLR facilitates and regulates licensing of student, resident, and certified orthotists and prosthetists. O&P licensure is required to treat patients in the state of Texas.
https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/op/
texas o&P volunteering and donating opportunities
Camp No Limits Texas
Camp No Limits is a non-profit organization 501 (c)(3) providing camps for children with limb loss, and education, mentorship, and support to these children and their families.
Location: Cedar Park, Texas
Host Facility: Twin Lakes Family YMCA
Camp Date: April 17 - 19, 2026
https://www.nolimitsfoundation.org/texas
Wiggle Your Toes
You’re here because of a life-changing event. We’re here to help you deal with the changes. So you can get back to the life you want. Here you’ll find the practical answers, tips and solutions to taking action and moving forward with confidence. Because we’ve been down the road you’re on, we’re here to show you the way.
wiggleyourtoes.org
RSVP
Rehabilitation Services Volunteer Project (RSVP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides outpatient rehabilitation services and durable medical equipment to uninsured and underinsured individuals with brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, or limb loss who lack access to these services.
https://www.rsvptexas.org/aboutus
Challenge Athletes Foundation
It is the mission of the Challenged Athletes Foundation® (CAF) to provide opportunities and support to people with physical disabilities so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics. CAF believes that involvement in sports at any level increases self-esteem, encourages independence and enhances quality of life.
challengedathletes.org
Disable Sports USA
Providing adaptive sports opportunities for people with disabilities to develop independence, confidence and fitness through sports.
disabledsportsusa.org
Limbs for Life Foundation
The Limbs for Life Foundation is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to providing fully-functional prosthetic care for individuals who cannot otherwise afford it and raising awareness of the challenges facing amputees.
limbsforlife.org
Be An Angel
Be An Angel is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of children with special needs. We believe children are the heart and soul of humanity and represent all that is good within us. Together, we can empower children with disabilities to experience life to the fullest.
https://beanangel.org/
Camp No Limits is a non-profit organization 501 (c)(3) providing camps for children with limb loss, and education, mentorship, and support to these children and their families.
Location: Cedar Park, Texas
Host Facility: Twin Lakes Family YMCA
Camp Date: April 17 - 19, 2026
https://www.nolimitsfoundation.org/texas
Wiggle Your Toes
You’re here because of a life-changing event. We’re here to help you deal with the changes. So you can get back to the life you want. Here you’ll find the practical answers, tips and solutions to taking action and moving forward with confidence. Because we’ve been down the road you’re on, we’re here to show you the way.
wiggleyourtoes.org
RSVP
Rehabilitation Services Volunteer Project (RSVP) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides outpatient rehabilitation services and durable medical equipment to uninsured and underinsured individuals with brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, or limb loss who lack access to these services.
https://www.rsvptexas.org/aboutus
Challenge Athletes Foundation
It is the mission of the Challenged Athletes Foundation® (CAF) to provide opportunities and support to people with physical disabilities so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics. CAF believes that involvement in sports at any level increases self-esteem, encourages independence and enhances quality of life.
challengedathletes.org
Disable Sports USA
Providing adaptive sports opportunities for people with disabilities to develop independence, confidence and fitness through sports.
disabledsportsusa.org
Limbs for Life Foundation
The Limbs for Life Foundation is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to providing fully-functional prosthetic care for individuals who cannot otherwise afford it and raising awareness of the challenges facing amputees.
limbsforlife.org
Be An Angel
Be An Angel is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of children with special needs. We believe children are the heart and soul of humanity and represent all that is good within us. Together, we can empower children with disabilities to experience life to the fullest.
https://beanangel.org/