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TX Occ Code § 2051.552 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2051 - Athlete Agents|Subchapter L. Civil Liability|Section 2051.552. Adversely Affected

Sec. 2051.552.  ADVERSELY AFFECTED.  (a)  An institution of higher education is adversely affected by an athlete agent's violation of this chapter if:(1)  the athlete agent's violation causes a national association for the promotion and regulation of intercollegiate athletics to disqualify or suspend the institution from participating in intercollegiate sports contests; and(2)  the disqualification or suspension of the institution causes the institution to:(A)  lose revenue from media coverage of sports contests;(B)  lose the right to grant athletic scholarships in the sport in which the institution is disqualified or suspended;(C)  lose the right to recruit athletes; or(D)  otherwise suffer an adverse financial impact.(b)  An athlete is adversely affected by an athlete agent's violation of Section 2051.351(a)(7) or (14) if:(1)  the athlete agent's violation causes a national association for the promotion and regulation of intercollegiate athletics to disqualify or suspend the athlete from participating in intercollegiate sports contests;  and(2)  the disqualification or suspension of the athlete causes the athlete to suffer an adverse financial impact.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.Amended by: Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 741 (H.B. 1123), Sec. 17, eff. September 1, 2011.|
TX Occ Code § 2051.553 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2051 - Athlete Agents|Subchapter L. Civil Liability|Section 2051.553. Recovery

Sec. 2051.553.  RECOVERY.  A plaintiff that prevails in a civil suit filed under Section 2051.551 may recover:(1)  actual damages;(2)  exemplary damages;(3)  court costs; and(4)  reasonable attorney's fees.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.Amended by: Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 741 (H.B. 1123), Sec. 18, eff. September 1, 2011.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.001 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter A. General Provisions|Section 2052.001. Legislative Declaration

Sec. 2052.001.  LEGISLATIVE DECLARATION.  This chapter shall be liberally construed and applied to promote its underlying purposes.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.003 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter A. General Provisions|Section 2052.003. Applicability of Other Law

Sec. 2052.003.  APPLICABILITY OF OTHER LAW.  Section 51.401 does not apply to this chapter.|Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 7.002, eff. Jan. 1, 2004.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.051 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter B. Powers and Duties|Section 2052.051. Administration of Chapter

Sec. 2052.051.  ADMINISTRATION OF CHAPTER.  The department shall administer this chapter.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.052 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter B. Powers and Duties|Section 2052.052. Rules

Sec. 2052.052.  RULES.  (a)  The commission shall adopt reasonable and necessary rules to administer this chapter.(b)  The commission may adopt rules:(1)  governing boxing, kickboxing, martial arts, or mixed martial arts contests and exhibitions;(2)  establishing reasonable qualifications for an applicant seeking a license or registration from the department under this chapter;(3)  recognizing a sanction, medical suspension, or disqualification of a licensee or registrant by a combative sports authority in any state, provided that if licensure or registration is denied based on those actions, an applicant has an opportunity for a hearing as prescribed by rule;(4)  establishing selection criteria and procedures for the assignment of individuals who agree to act as ringside physicians and timekeepers for combative sports events;(5)  requiring a contestant to present with an application for licensure or license renewal documentation of recent blood test results that demonstrate whether the contestant is free from hepatitis B virus, hepatitis C virus, human immunodeficiency virus, and any other communicable disease designated by commission rule and providing that a contestant's failure to provide the required blood test results disqualifies the contestant;(6)  providing that to participate in any event a contestant must be free of hepatitis B virus, hepatitis C virus, human immunodeficiency virus, and any other communicable disease designated by rule;(7)  requiring that a contestant present with an application for licensure or license renewal documentation of the results of a physical examination, including an ophthalmologic examination, and providing for disqualification of a contestant who is determined by an examining physician to be unfit;(8)  establishing additional responsibilities for promoters; and(9)  governing regulated amateur events.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 7.004, eff. Jan. 1, 2004.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2005.Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 41 (S.B. 618), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2013.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.053 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter B. Powers and Duties|Section 2052.053. Investigative Authority

Sec. 2052.053.  INVESTIGATIVE AUTHORITY.  (a)  The executive director shall investigate allegations of activity that may violate this chapter.(b)  The executive director may enter, at a reasonable time, a place of business or an establishment in which activity alleged to violate this chapter may occur.  The executive director is not required to give advance notice before entering.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 26.064, eff. Sept. 1, 2003;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1276, Sec. 14A.503, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.054 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter B. Powers and Duties|Section 2052.054. Continuing Education

Sec. 2052.054.  CONTINUING EDUCATION.  (a)  The commission may recognize, prepare, or administer continuing education programs for persons licensed under this chapter.(b)  Participation in a continuing education program under Subsection (a) is voluntary.(c)  Section 51.405 does not apply to this chapter.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 7.005, eff. Jan. 1, 2004.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.055 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter B. Powers and Duties|Section 2052.055. Combative Sports Advisory Board

Sec. 2052.055.  COMBATIVE SPORTS ADVISORY BOARD.  (a)  The presiding officer of the commission, with the commission's approval, may appoint a combative sports advisory board to advise the department concerning issues relating to combative sports events and contestants.(b)  If the commission elects to appoint an advisory board, the commission by rule shall establish:(1)  the number of board members;(2)  qualifications for appointment to the board; and(3)  the purpose and duties of the board.|Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 7.006, eff. Jan. 1, 2004.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 3, eff. September 1, 2005.Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 580 (H.B. 3315), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.101 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.101. Promoter License

Sec. 2052.101.  PROMOTER LICENSE.  A person may not act as a promoter unless the person holds the appropriate license issued under this chapter.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 4, eff. September 1, 2005.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.102 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.102. Promoter License Application Requirements

Sec. 2052.102.  PROMOTER LICENSE APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS.  (a)  An applicant for a promoter's license under this chapter must apply on a form furnished by the executive director.(b)  An application must be accompanied by:(1)  a license fee in an amount set by the commission;  and(2)  a surety bond:(A)  subject to approval by the executive director;  and(B)  conditioned on the applicant's payment of the tax imposed under Section 2052.151.(c)  The executive director shall establish the amount of the surety bond required under Subsection (b).  The bond amount may not be less than $300.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 26.065, eff. Sept. 1, 2003;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1276, Sec. 14A.505, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 5, eff. September 1, 2005.Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 6, eff. September 1, 2005.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.107 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.107. Other Combative Sports Licenses

Sec. 2052.107.  OTHER COMBATIVE SPORTS LICENSES.  Unless a person holds a license or registration issued under this chapter, the person may not act as a combative sports:(1)  professional contestant;(2)  manager of a professional contestant;(3)  referee; or(4)  judge.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 7.008, eff. Jan. 1, 2004.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2005.Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 467 (H.B. 1293), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2007.Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 41 (S.B. 618), Sec. 3, eff. September 1, 2013.Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 663 (H.B. 1560), Sec. 2.05, eff. September 1, 2021.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.108 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.108. Application Requirements for Other Licenses

Sec. 2052.108.  APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR OTHER LICENSES.  (a)  An application for a license under Section 2052.107 must be made on a form furnished by the executive director.(b)  An application must be accompanied by the required license fee.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 26.066, eff. Sept. 1, 2003;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1276, Sec. 14A.506, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.109 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.109. Surety Bond

Sec. 2052.109.  SURETY BOND.  (a)  A surety bond required under this subchapter must:(1)  be issued by a company authorized to conduct business in this state;(2)  comply with the applicable requirements of the Insurance Code;(3)  be payable to the state for use by the state or a political subdivision that establishes that the boxing or wrestling promoter is liable to it for damages, penalties, taxes, or other expenses resulting from promotional activities conducted in this state;  and(4)  be open to more than one claim, except that the claims may not exceed the face value of the bond.(b)  A person required to file a surety bond under this subchapter shall file a new bond annually.(c)  A company that issues a bond shall notify the department in writing of the cancellation of the bond not later than the 30th day before the date on which the bond is canceled.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.110 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.110. License and Bonding Exceptions

Sec. 2052.110.  LICENSE AND BONDING EXCEPTIONS.  If the contestants are amateurs, the licensing and bonding requirements of this chapter do not apply to:(1)   an event conducted by a college, school, or university that is part of the institution's athletic program in which only students of educational institutions participate;(2)  an event which is conducted by a troop, battery, company, or unit of the Texas National Guard or a law enforcement agency and in which only members of military or law enforcement organizations participate; or (3)  an event which is conducted by an organization of the Olympic Games, the Paralympic Games, or the Pan-American Games and in which participants train or compete for advancement to or within the games.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 7.009, eff. Jan. 1, 2004;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1276, Sec. 14A.507, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 8, eff. September 1, 2005.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.111 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.111. Denial of Application

Sec. 2052.111.  DENIAL OF APPLICATION.  The executive director may deny an application for a license or registration if:(1)  the applicant does not meet the qualifications for the license or registration; or(2)  after conducting an investigation and providing an opportunity for a hearing, the executive director determines that the applicant has violated this chapter or a rule adopted under this chapter.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 26.067, eff. Sept. 1, 2003;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1276, Sec. 14A.507, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 9, eff. September 1, 2005.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.113 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.113. License and Permit Required for Closed Circuit Telecast

Sec. 2052.113.  LICENSE AND PERMIT REQUIRED FOR CLOSED CIRCUIT TELECAST.  A person who exhibits in this state a simultaneous telecast of a live, spontaneous, or current combative sports event on a closed circuit telecast in which a fee is charged for admission to the telecast must:(1)  hold a promoter's license under this chapter; and(2)  obtain a permit for the closed circuit telecast.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 10, eff. September 1, 2005.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.114 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.114. License, Registration, and Permit Term and Renewal

Sec. 2052.114.  LICENSE, REGISTRATION, AND PERMIT TERM AND RENEWAL.  (a)  A license, registration, or permit issued under this chapter is valid for one year after the date of issuance.(b)  The holder of a license, registration, or permit may renew the license, registration, or permit by paying a renewal fee and complying with other renewal requirements prescribed by department rule before the expiration date.  The department shall issue a renewal certificate to the holder at the time of renewal.|Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 7.010, eff. Jan. 1, 2004.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.115 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.115. Promoter Responsibilities

Sec. 2052.115.  PROMOTER RESPONSIBILITIES.  For each promoted event, a promoter shall:(1)  assure that all contestants scheduled to participate are licensed before the event;(2)  provide that an ambulance, serviced by at least two emergency medical technicians, is present on the premises where the event is held;(3)  provide for a physical examination of each contestant that complies with rules adopted under this chapter;  and(4)  comply with all commission rules.|Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 7.010, eff. Jan. 1, 2004.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.116 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.116. Amateur Combative Sports Association Registration

Sec. 2052.116.  AMATEUR COMBATIVE SPORTS ASSOCIATION REGISTRATION.  A person may not act as an amateur combative sports association unless the person is registered under this chapter.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 11, eff. September 1, 2005.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.117 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter C. Licensing, Registration, and Permits|Section 2052.117. Amateur Combative Sports Association Registration Requirements

Sec. 2052.117.  AMATEUR COMBATIVE SPORTS ASSOCIATION REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS.  (a)  An applicant for registration as an amateur combative sports association must apply on a form acceptable to the executive director.(b)  An application must be accompanied by:(1)  a registration fee in the amount set by the commission;(2)  proof of compliance with requirements established by rule for:(A)  insurance; and(B)  surety bonds, if any;(3)  a copy of the rules of the association establishing standards of conduct for contestants and officials; and(4)  proof that the association is recognized or organized as a nonprofit organization under the laws of this state or has such status under federal law.(c)  Rules of the association must be approved by the department.|Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 11, eff. September 1, 2005.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.151 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter D. Gross Receipts Tax|Section 2052.151. Imposition and Rate of Tax

Sec. 2052.151.  IMPOSITION AND RATE OF TAX.  (a)  A tax is imposed on a person who:(1)  conducts a combative sports event in which a fee is charged for admission to the event; or(2)  exhibits in this state a simultaneous telecast of a live, spontaneous, or current combative sports event on a closed circuit telecast, in which a fee is charged for admission to the telecast.(b)  The tax is three percent of the gross receipts obtained from the sale of tickets to the event, plus three percent of gross receipts received from sales of broadcast rights or $30,000, whichever is less.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 7.011, eff. Jan. 1, 2004.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 12, eff. September 1, 2005.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.152 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter D. Gross Receipts Tax|Section 2052.152. Tax Report and Payment

Sec. 2052.152.  TAX REPORT AND PAYMENT.  (a)  A person on whom a tax is imposed under Section 2052.151, not later than three business days after the end of the event or telecast for which the tax is due, shall submit to the department a verified report on a form acceptable to the department stating:(1)  the number of tickets sold to the event;(2)  the ticket prices charged;(3)  the gross price charged for the sale or lease of broadcasting, television, and motion picture rights without any deductions for commissions, brokerage fees, distribution fees, advertising, or other expenses or charges; and(4)  the amount of gross receipts obtained from the event.(b)  The person shall attach to the report a cashier's check, check, or money order payable to this state in the amount of the tax imposed on the event covered by the report.(c)  The department may audit a report filed under Subsection (b).|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 7.012, eff. Jan. 1, 2004.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 13, eff. September 1, 2005.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.153 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter D. Gross Receipts Tax|Section 2052.153. Closed Circuit Telecast

Sec. 2052.153.  CLOSED CIRCUIT TELECAST.  A person exhibiting a simultaneous telecast of a live, spontaneous, or current combative sports event on a closed circuit telecast that occurs in Texas in which a fee is charged for admission to the exhibition:(1)  must:(A)  be a promoter; and(B)  obtain a permit for each telecast exhibited; and(2)  shall comply with the tax provisions of Sections 2052.151 and 2052.152.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 14, eff. September 1, 2005.|
TX Occ Code § 2052.251 (2021)
2021 Texas Statutes|Occupations Code|Title 13 - Sports, Amusements, and Entertainment|Subtitle B - Sports|Chapter 2052 - Combative Sports|Subchapter F. Other Combative Sport Regulations|Section 2052.251. Gloves

Sec. 2052.251.  GLOVES.  A combative sports event contestant shall wear gloves of the type and weight specified by commission rule, unless the commission by applicable rule requires or permits contestants to not wear gloves.|Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 816, Sec. 7.015, eff. Jan. 1, 2004.Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 35 (S.B. 796), Sec. 15, eff. September 1, 2005.|