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2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 103 - Day Activity and Health Services › Section 103.007. License Application

Sec. 103.007.  LICENSE APPLICATION.  (a)  An applicant for a license to operate a day activity and health services facility must file an application on a form prescribed by the commission together with a license fee of $75.
(b)  The applicant must provide evidence of:
(1)  the ability to comply with the requirements of the commission;
(2)  responsible management; and
(3)  qualified professional staff and personnel.
(c)  A person who operates a facility that is licensed under this chapter must file an application for a renewal license not later than the 45th day before the expiration date of the current license on a form prescribed by the commission together with a renewal fee of $50.
(d)  An applicant for a license renewal who submits an application later than the 45th day before the expiration date of the license is subject to a late fee in accordance with commission rules.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 1008, ch. 235, art. 4, Sec. 3(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1983.  Amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 434, Sec. 4, eff. Jan. 1, 1994;  Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 76, Sec. 8.104, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.
Amended by:
Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 809 (S.B. 1318), Sec. 4, eff. September 1, 2007.
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1231 (S.B. 1999), Sec. 10, eff. June 19, 2015.
Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 836 (H.B. 2025), Sec. 19, eff. September 1, 2017.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 103 - Day Activity and Health Services › Section 103.0075. Early Compliance Review

Sec. 103.0075.  EARLY COMPLIANCE REVIEW.  (a)  The executive commissioner by rule shall adopt a procedure under which a person proposing to construct or modify a day activity and health services facility may submit building plans to the department for review for compliance with the department's architectural requirements before beginning construction or modification.  In adopting the procedure, the executive commissioner shall set reasonable deadlines by which the department must complete review of submitted plans.
(b)  The department shall, within 30 days, review plans submitted under this section for compliance with the department's architectural requirements and inform the person in writing of the results of the review.  If the plans comply with the department's architectural requirements, the department may not subsequently change the architectural requirements applicable to the project unless:
(1)  the change is required by federal law;  or
(2)  the person fails to complete the project within a reasonable time.
(c)  The department may charge a reasonable fee adopted by the executive commissioner by rule for conducting a review under this section.
(d)  Repealed by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1, Sec. 4.465(a)(90), eff. April 2, 2015.
(e)  The review procedure provided by this section does not include review of building plans for compliance with the Texas Accessibility Standards as administered and enforced by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 339, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.370, eff. April 2, 2015.
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.465(a)(90), eff. April 2, 2015.
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1231 (S.B. 1999), Sec. 11, eff. June 19, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 103 - Day Activity and Health Services › Section 103.008. Inspections

Sec. 103.008.  INSPECTIONS.  (a)  In addition to the inspection required under Section 103.006(a), the commission:
(1)  shall inspect each facility every two years following the initial inspection required under Section 103.006(a); and
(2)  may inspect a facility at other reasonable times as necessary to ensure compliance with this chapter.
(b)  Any person may request an inspection of a facility by notifying the commission in writing of an alleged violation of a licensing requirement.  The complaint shall be as detailed as possible and signed by the complainant.  The commission shall:
(1)  if the complaint alleges abuse, neglect, or exploitation, perform an inspection as soon as feasible but not later than the 14th day after the date the commission receives the complaint, unless after an investigation the complaint is found to be frivolous;
(2)  if the complaint does not allege abuse, neglect, or exploitation, investigate the complaint not later than the 45th day after the date the commission receives the complaint;
(3)  respond to a complainant in writing; and
(4)  receive and investigate anonymous complaints.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 1008, ch. 235, art. 4, Sec. 3(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1983.  Amended by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 76, Sec. 8.105, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.
Amended by:
Acts 2017, 85th Leg., R.S., Ch. 836 (H.B. 2025), Sec. 20, eff. September 1, 2017.
Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 887 (H.B. 4696), Sec. 22, eff. September 1, 2023.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 103 - Day Activity and Health Services › Section 103.009. License Denial, Suspension, or Revocation

Sec. 103.009.  LICENSE DENIAL, SUSPENSION, OR REVOCATION.  (a)  The department may deny, suspend, or revoke the license of an applicant or holder of a license who fails to comply with the rules or standards for licensing required by this chapter or has committed an act described by Sections 103.012(a)(2)-(7).
(b)  The denial, suspension, or revocation of a license and the appeal from that action are governed by the procedures for a contested case hearing under Chapter 2001, Government Code.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 1008, ch. 235, art. 4, Sec. 3(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1983.  Amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 434, Sec. 5, eff. Jan. 1, 1993;  Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 76, Sec. 5.95(49), 8.106, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.
Amended by:
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 879 (S.B. 223), Sec. 3.17, eff. September 1, 2011.
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 980 (H.B. 1720), Sec. 32, eff. September 1, 2011.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 103 - Day Activity and Health Services › Section 103.0091. Injunction

Sec. 103.0091.  INJUNCTION.  (a)  The department may petition a district court for a temporary restraining order to restrain a continuing violation of the standards or licensing requirements provided under this chapter if the department finds that the violation creates an immediate threat to the health and safety of the day activity and health services facility residents.
(b)  A district court, on petition of the department and on a finding by the court that a person is violating the standards or licensing requirements provided under this chapter, may by injunction:
(1)  prohibit a person from continuing a violation of the standards or licensing requirements provided under this chapter;
(2)  restrain or prevent the establishment or operation of a facility without a license issued under this chapter;  or
(3)  grant any other injunctive relief warranted by the facts.
(c)  The attorney general may institute and conduct a suit authorized by this section at the request of the department.
(d)  Venue for a suit brought under this section is in the county in which the facility is located or in Travis County.
Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 434, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 1994.  Amended by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 76, Sec. 8.107, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1231 (S.B. 1999), Sec. 12, eff. June 19, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 103 - Day Activity and Health Services › Section 103.0092. Emergency Suspension and Closing Order

Sec. 103.0092.  EMERGENCY SUSPENSION AND CLOSING ORDER.  (a)  If the department finds a day activity and health services facility operating in violation of the standards prescribed by this chapter and the violations create an immediate threat to the health and safety of a resident in the facility, the department shall suspend the license or order immediate closing of all or part of the facility.
(b)  The order suspending a license under Subsection (a) is immediately effective on written notice to the license holder or on the date specified on the order.
(c)  The order suspending the license and ordering closure of all or part of a facility is valid for 10 days after the effective date.
Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 434, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 1994.  Amended by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 76, Sec. 8.108, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1231 (S.B. 1999), Sec. 13, eff. June 19, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 103 - Day Activity and Health Services › Section 103.010. Disposition of Funds

Sec. 103.010.  DISPOSITION OF FUNDS.  (a)  All fees collected under this chapter shall be deposited to the credit of the General Revenue Fund.
(b)  Repealed by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1, Sec. 4.465(a)(91), eff. April 2, 2015.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 1008, ch. 235, art. 4, Sec. 3(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1983.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.465(a)(91), eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 103 - Day Activity and Health Services › Section 103.011. Rights of the Elderly

Sec. 103.011.  RIGHTS OF THE ELDERLY.  (a)  In addition to other rights an individual attending a day activity and health services facility has as a citizen, an individual who is 55 years of age or older has the rights prescribed by Chapter 102 of this code.
(b)  The department shall require each day activity and health services facility to implement and enforce the applicable provisions of Chapter 102 of this code.
Added by Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 117, Sec. 1(a), eff. Sept. 1, 1985.  Amended by Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 1052, Sec. 7.06, eff. Sept. 1, 1987;  Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 434, Sec. 6, eff. Jan. 1, 1994;  Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 76, Sec. 8.109, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1231 (S.B. 1999), Sec. 14, eff. June 19, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 103 - Day Activity and Health Services › Section 103.015. Administrative Penalty Hearing

Sec. 103.015.  ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY HEARING.  (a)  An administrative law judge shall order a hearing and give notice of the hearing if a person assessed a penalty under Section 103.013(c) requests a hearing.
(b)  The hearing shall be held before an administrative law judge.
(c)  The administrative law judge shall make findings of fact and conclusions of law regarding the occurrence of a violation of this chapter, a rule or order adopted under this chapter, or a term of a license issued under this chapter.
(d)  Based on the findings of fact and conclusions of law, and the recommendation of the administrative law judge, the department by order shall find:
(1)  a violation has occurred and assess an administrative penalty; or
(2)  a violation has not occurred.
(e)  Proceedings under this section are subject to Chapter 2001, Government Code.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 879 (S.B. 223), Sec. 4.01, eff. September 1, 2011.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 980 (H.B. 1720), Sec. 33, eff. September 1, 2011.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.373, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 103 - Day Activity and Health Services › Section 103.016. Notice and Payment of Administrative Penalty; Interest; Refund

Sec. 103.016.  NOTICE AND PAYMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE PENALTY; INTEREST; REFUND.  (a)  The department shall give notice of the findings made under Section 103.015(d) to the person charged with a violation.  If the department finds that a violation has occurred, the department shall give to the person charged written notice of:
(1)  the findings;
(2)  the amount of the administrative penalty;
(3)  the rate of interest payable with respect to the penalty and the date on which interest begins to accrue; and
(4)  the person's right to judicial review of the department's order.
(b)  Not later than the 30th day after the date on which the department's order is final, the person assessed the penalty shall:
(1)  pay the full amount of the penalty; or
(2)  file a petition for judicial review contesting the occurrence of the violation, the amount of the penalty, or both the occurrence of the violation and the amount of the penalty.
(c)  Notwithstanding Subsection (b), the department may permit the person to pay a penalty in installments.
(d)  If the person does not pay the penalty within the period provided by Subsection (b) or in accordance with Subsection (c), if applicable:
(1)  the penalty is subject to interest; and
(2)  the department may refer the matter to the attorney general for collection of the penalty and interest.
(e)  Interest under Subsection (d)(1) accrues:
(1)  at a rate equal to the rate charged on loans to depository institutions by the New York Federal Reserve Bank; and
(2)  for the period beginning on the day after the date on which the penalty becomes due and ending on the date the penalty is paid.
(f)  If the amount of the penalty is reduced or the assessment of a penalty is not upheld on judicial review, the department shall:
(1)  remit to the person charged the appropriate amount of any penalty payment plus accrued interest; or
(2)  execute a release of the supersedeas bond if one has been posted.
(g)  Accrued interest on the amount remitted by the department under Subsection (f)(1) shall be paid:
(1)  at a rate equal to the rate charged on loans to depository institutions by the New York Federal Reserve Bank; and
(2)  for the period beginning on the date the penalty is paid and ending on the date the penalty is remitted to the person charged with the violation.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 879 (S.B. 223), Sec. 4.01, eff. September 1, 2011.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 980 (H.B. 1720), Sec. 33, eff. September 1, 2011.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.374, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 105 - Residential Facilities for Persons With Disabilities or Who Are Elderly › Section 105.001. Definitions

Sec. 105.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
(1)  "Establishment" means a facility providing sleeping accommodations to two or more qualifying adult residents, at least 80 percent of whom are 65 years of age or older or are persons with disabilities, and offering, for a fee, one or more supportive services through contract with an agency licensed under Chapter 142, Health and Safety Code, or with another entity.
(2)  "Qualifying adult resident" means an adult resident of a facility who is not related within the second degree by consanguinity or affinity to:
(A)  a person who has an ownership interest in the facility;  or
(B)  at least one other resident of the facility.
(3)  "Supportive services" means medical services, health-related services, or personal care services as defined by Section 247.002, Health and Safety Code.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 233, Sec. 5, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.376, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 105 - Residential Facilities for Persons With Disabilities or Who Are Elderly › Section 105.002. Exempt Facilities

Sec. 105.002.  EXEMPT FACILITIES.  The following facilities are exempt from the application of this chapter:
(1)  housing in which all supportive services are arranged directly by the residents themselves and are provided by outside entities;
(2)  nursing facilities licensed under Chapter 242, Health and Safety Code;  and
(3)  continuing care facilities regulated by the Texas Department of Insurance under Chapter 246, Health and Safety Code.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 233, Sec. 5, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 6 - Services for the Elderly › Chapter 105 - Residential Facilities for Persons With Disabilities or Who Are Elderly › Section 105.003. Disclosure Required in Contract

Sec. 105.003.  DISCLOSURE REQUIRED IN CONTRACT.  An establishment that is not required to be licensed as an assisted living facility under Chapter 247, Health and Safety Code, shall execute a contract with each of its residents that contains, in addition to other required information, the following elements:
(1)  the name, street address, and mailing address of the establishment;
(2)  the name and mailing address of at least one person authorized to act on behalf of the owner or owners or management agent of the establishment;
(3)  a statement describing the licensure status of the establishment;
(4)  the name, mailing address, and telephone number of any provider, including any individual or entity, regardless of whether licensed, providing supportive services under a contract with the establishment;
(5)  the term of the contract;
(6)  a description of the services to be provided that are included in the base monthly rate to be paid by the resident;
(7)  a description of any additional services available for an additional fee from a provider through a contract with the establishment;
(8)  a provision requiring the establishment to provide written notice of any change in fee schedules that outline the cost of additional services not later than the 31st day before the effective date of the change;
(9)  a description of the process by which the contract may be modified, amended, or terminated;
(10)  a description of the complaint resolution process available to residents;
(11)  the name, street address, mailing address, and telephone number of the resident's designated representative, if any;
(12)  a description of the billing and payment procedures and requirements;
(13)  a statement ensuring the ability and right of residents to receive services from providers with whom the establishment does not have a contract;  and
(14)  a statement identifying the life safety and fire codes met by the building and a statement indicating whether those codes are comparable to the codes with which an assisted living facility licensed under Chapter 247, Health and Safety Code, must comply.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 233, Sec. 5, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 111.001. Purpose

Sec. 111.001.  PURPOSE.  It is the policy of the State of Texas to provide rehabilitation and related services to eligible individuals with disabilities so that they may prepare for and engage in a gainful occupation or achieve maximum personal independence.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2419, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.  Amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 142, Sec. 2, eff. May 17, 1993.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter B. Administrative Provisions › Section 111.0161. Advice of Advisory Committees

Sec. 111.0161.  ADVICE OF ADVISORY COMMITTEES.  (a)  Each advisory committee established by law or rule to advise the department under this chapter or Subchapter F, Chapter 117, shall report to and advise the commissioner and executive commissioner on the committee's activities and the results of the committee's work.  For the purpose of performing its advisory functions, each committee shall work with the commissioner, the department's staff, and the executive commissioner.
(b)  The executive commissioner shall adopt rules to implement this section.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 393, Sec. 7, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.380, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter B. Administrative Provisions › Section 111.018. General Duties of Executive Commissioner and Commissioner Relating to Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities

Sec. 111.018.  GENERAL DUTIES OF EXECUTIVE COMMISSIONER AND COMMISSIONER RELATING TO REHABILITATION SERVICES FOR CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  (a)  The executive commissioner shall:
(1)  adopt policies and rules to effectively carry out the purposes of this chapter and Subchapter F, Chapter 117; and
(2)  supervise the commissioner's administration of this chapter and Subchapter F, Chapter 117.
(b)  In carrying out his or her duties under this chapter and Subchapter F, Chapter 117, the commissioner shall, with the approval of the executive commissioner, implement policies addressing personnel standards, the protection of records and confidential information, the manner and form of filing applications, eligibility, investigation, and determination for rehabilitation and other services, procedures for hearings, and other regulations relating to this chapter or Subchapter F, Chapter 117, as necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter and Subchapter F, Chapter 117.
(c)  Repealed by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1, Sec. 4.465(a)(95), eff. April 2, 2015.
(d)  Repealed by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1, Sec. 4.465(a)(95), eff. April 2, 2015.
(e)  Repealed by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1, Sec. 4.465(a)(95), eff. April 2, 2015.
(f)  Repealed by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1, Sec. 4.465(a)(95), eff. April 2, 2015.
(g)  Repealed by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1, Sec. 4.465(a)(95), eff. April 2, 2015.
(h)  Repealed by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1, Sec. 4.465(a)(95), eff. April 2, 2015.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2422, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.  Amended by Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 603, Sec. 6, eff. Sept. 1, 1985;  Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 393, Sec. 9, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.381, eff. April 2, 2015.
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.382, eff. April 2, 2015.
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.465(a)(95), eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter B. Administrative Provisions › Section 111.019. Planning

Sec. 111.019.  PLANNING.  The commissioner shall make long-range and intermediate plans for the scope and development of the program and make decisions regarding the allocation of resources in carrying out the plans.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2422, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.  Amended by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 393, Sec. 10, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.383, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter B. Administrative Provisions › Section 111.0205. Work Incentives and Supplemental Security Income (Ssi)

Sec. 111.0205.  WORK INCENTIVES AND SUPPLEMENTAL SECURITY INCOME (SSI).  The department shall employ staff at the department's central office to:
(1)  train counselors to understand and use work incentives in relation to services under this chapter or Subchapter F, Chapter 117; and
(2)  review cases to ensure that department clients receiving services under this chapter or Subchapter F, Chapter 117, are informed of the availability of and assisted in obtaining work incentives and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) (42 U.S.C. Section 1381 et seq.).
Added by Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 655, Sec. 6.03, eff. Sept. 1, 1995.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.384, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter B. Administrative Provisions › Section 111.021. Reports

Sec. 111.021.  REPORTS.  (a)  The commissioner shall prepare and submit to the executive commissioner annual reports of activities and expenditures under this chapter and Subchapter F, Chapter 117, and, prior to each regular session of the legislature, estimates of funds required for carrying out the purposes of this chapter and Subchapter F, Chapter 117.
(c)  The department shall post on the Internet in an accessible format the reports required under this section and any other agency performance data relating to this chapter or Subchapter F, Chapter 117, required to be reported to this state or the federal government.  If a report or performance data contains confidential information, the department shall remove the confidential information before posting the report or performance data.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2422, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.  Amended by Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 603, Sec. 7, eff. Sept. 1, 1985;  Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 393, Sec. 11, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1083 (S.B. 1179), Sec. 25(122), eff. June 17, 2011.
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.385, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter B. Administrative Provisions › Section 111.022. Disbursement of Funds

Sec. 111.022.  DISBURSEMENT OF FUNDS.  The department shall make certification for disbursement, in accordance with regulations, of funds available for carrying out the purposes of this chapter or Subchapter F, Chapter 117.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2422, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.  Amended by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 393, Sec. 12, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.386, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter B. Administrative Provisions › Section 111.023. Other Duties

Sec. 111.023.  OTHER DUTIES.  The executive commissioner shall take other action as necessary or appropriate to carry out the purposes of this chapter or Subchapter F, Chapter 117.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2422, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.  Amended by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 393, Sec. 13, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.387, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.0505. Commissioner's Powers and Duties; Effect of Conflict With Other Law

Text of section effective until April 01, 2025
Sec. 111.0505.  COMMISSIONER'S POWERS AND DUTIES; EFFECT OF CONFLICT WITH OTHER LAW.   To the extent a power or duty given to the commissioner by this chapter, or another law relating to rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities, conflicts with Section 531.0055, Government Code, Section 531.0055 controls.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1460, Sec. 2.15, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.389, eff. April 2, 2015.
Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 769 (H.B. 4611), Sec. 2.103, eff. April 1, 2025.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.0505. Commissioner's Powers and Duties; Effect of Conflict With Other Law

Text of section effective on April 01, 2025
Sec. 111.0505.  COMMISSIONER'S POWERS AND DUTIES; EFFECT OF CONFLICT WITH OTHER LAW.  To the extent a power or duty given to the commissioner by this chapter, or another law relating to rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities, conflicts with any of the following provisions of the Government Code, the Government Code provision controls:
(1)  Subchapter A, Chapter 524;
(2)  Section 524.0101;
(3)  Sections 524.0151(a)(2) and (b);
(4)  Section 524.0202; and
(5)  Section 525.0254.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 1460, Sec. 2.15, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.389, eff. April 2, 2015.
Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 769 (H.B. 4611), Sec. 2.103, eff. April 1, 2025.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.051. Department as Principal Authority

Sec. 111.051.  DEPARTMENT AS PRINCIPAL AUTHORITY.  The department is the principal authority in the state on rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities.  All other state agencies engaged in rehabilitation activities and related services to individuals with disabilities shall coordinate those activities and services with the department.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2422, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.  Amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 142, Sec. 6, eff. May 17, 1993.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.390, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.0511. Service Delivery by Texas Workforce Commission

Sec. 111.0511.  SERVICE DELIVERY BY TEXAS WORKFORCE COMMISSION.  The Texas Workforce Commission has primary responsibility for providing vocational rehabilitation services and other services and programs under Subtitle C, Title 4, Labor Code, notwithstanding Section 111.051 and subject to receipt of any required federal approval to administer those services and programs.  A power or duty under this chapter, including rulemaking authority, of the department, the commissioner, or the executive commissioner that is applicable to those services or programs is a power or duty of the Texas Workforce Commission with respect to those services or programs.  All other state agencies engaged in vocational rehabilitation services or related services or programs shall coordinate those activities with the Texas Workforce Commission.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1138 (S.B. 208), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2016.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.0525. Coordination With State Agencies

Sec. 111.0525.  COORDINATION WITH STATE AGENCIES.  (a)  Repealed by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 198, Sec. 2.116(b);  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 210, Sec. 2.
(b)  The department shall enter into an agreement with the Department of Aging and Disability Services and the Department of State Health Services to reduce duplication and fragmentation of employment services by defining each agency's role and responsibilities for shared client populations.
(c)  The department shall establish a formal referral process with the Texas Workforce Commission to ensure that appropriate vocational rehabilitation clients are referred to and receive services provided by the Texas Workforce Commission or local workforce development boards.
(d)  Repealed by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 268, Sec. 32(f), eff. September 1, 2008.
Amended by  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 198, Sec. 2.116(b), 2.132, eff. Sept. 1, 2003;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 210, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 2003;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1325, Sec. 13.10, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.
Amended by:
Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 281 (H.B. 2702), Sec. 4.08, eff. June 14, 2005.
Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 268 (S.B. 10), Sec. 32(f), eff. September 1, 2008.
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.392, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.053. Cooperation With the Federal Government

Sec. 111.053.  COOPERATION WITH THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT.  (a)  The department shall make agreements, arrangements, or plans to cooperate with the federal government in carrying out the purposes of this chapter and Subchapter F, Chapter 117, or of any federal statutes pertaining to rehabilitation, and to this end may adopt methods of administration that are found by the federal government to be necessary, and that are not contrary to existing state laws, for the proper and efficient operation of the agreements, arrangements, or plans for rehabilitation.
(b)  To the extent resources are made available by the federal government, the department may make agreements, arrangements, or plans to cooperate with the federal government in carrying out the purposes of any federal statute pertaining to the disability determination function under the Social Security Act and to this end shall adopt methods of administration that are found by the federal government to be necessary to the disability determination function and that are not contrary to existing state laws.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2422, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.  Amended by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 343, ch. 77, Sec. 3, eff. Jan. 1, 1984.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.393, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.054. Obtaining Federal Funds

Sec. 111.054.  OBTAINING FEDERAL FUNDS.  The department may comply with any requirements necessary to obtain federal funds relating to this chapter or Subchapter F, Chapter 117, in the maximum amount and most advantageous proportion possible.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2423, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.394, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.055. Finances

Sec. 111.055.  FINANCES.  (a)  All money paid to the department under this chapter or Subchapter F, Chapter 117, shall be deposited in the state treasury.
(b)  Repealed by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1, Sec. 4.465(a)(100), eff. April 2, 2015.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2423, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.  Amended by Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 603, Sec. 10, eff. Sept. 1, 1985;  Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 584, Sec. 17, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.395, eff. April 2, 2015.
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.465(a)(100), eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.0553. Procurement Methods

Sec. 111.0553.  PROCUREMENT METHODS.  (a)  The executive commissioner shall adopt and the department shall implement in relation to this chapter and Subchapter F, Chapter 117, agency-wide procurement procedures to:
(1)  ensure compliance with the best-value purchasing requirements of Section 2155.144(c), Government Code;
(2)  document that a best-value review of vendors has occurred;
(3)  document the reasons for selecting a vendor;
(4)  negotiate price discounts with high-volume vendors;
(5)  consolidate purchases with other agencies, including the Department of State Health Services and the comptroller, to achieve best value; and
(6)  provide effective public notification to potential vendors of planned department purchases.
(b)  Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the department's ability to procure goods and services from persons with disabilities.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 393, Sec. 21, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 937 (H.B. 3560), Sec. 1.96, eff. September 1, 2007.
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.396, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.056. Gifts and Donations

Sec. 111.056.  GIFTS AND DONATIONS.  The department may receive and use gifts and donations for carrying out the purposes of this chapter and Subchapter F, Chapter 117.  No person may receive payment for solicitation of any funds.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2424, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.397, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.057. Unlawful Use of Lists of Names

Sec. 111.057.  UNLAWFUL USE OF LISTS OF NAMES.  (a)  Except for purposes directly connected with the administration of health and human service programs and in accordance with regulations, it is unlawful for a person to solicit, disclose, receive, or make use of, or authorize, knowingly permit, participate in, or acquiesce in the use of any list of, names of, or any information directly or indirectly derived from records concerning persons applying for or receiving health and human services.
(b)  The department is authorized to provide client and other information to and receive client and other information from any state agency for the purpose of increasing and enhancing services to clients and improving agency operations under this chapter and Subchapter F, Chapter 117, except where federal law or regulations preclude such sharing.
(c)  The executive commissioner shall adopt rules to carry out the purposes of this section.
Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2424, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979.  Amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 142, Sec. 9, eff. May 17, 1993.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.398, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.059. Subrogation

Sec. 111.059.  SUBROGATION.  (a)  In furnishing a person rehabilitation services, including medical care services, under this chapter or Subchapter F, Chapter 117, the department is subrogated to the person's right of recovery from:
(1)  personal insurance;
(2)  another person for personal injury caused by the other person's negligence or wrongdoing; or
(3)  any other source.
(b)  The department's right of subrogation is limited to the cost of the services provided.
(c)  The commissioner may totally or partially waive the department's right of subrogation when the commissioner finds that enforcement would tend to defeat the purpose of rehabilitation.
(d)  The executive commissioner may adopt rules for the enforcement of the department's right of subrogation.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 344, ch. 77, Sec. 4, eff. Jan. 1, 1984.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.399, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 111 - Rehabilitation Services for Certain Individuals With Disabilities › Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Department › Section 111.060. Comprehensive Rehabilitation Account

Sec. 111.060.  COMPREHENSIVE REHABILITATION ACCOUNT.  (a)  The comprehensive rehabilitation account is an account in the general revenue fund.  Money in the account is derived from court costs collected under Section 133.102, Local Government Code.  Money in the account may be appropriated only to the department for the purposes provided by Section 111.052.
(b)  The comptroller, on requisition by the department, shall draw a warrant on the account for the amount specified in that requisition for a use authorized in Section 111.052, except that the total of warrants issued during a state fiscal year may not exceed the amount appropriated for that fiscal year.  At the end of each state fiscal year, the comptroller shall transfer to the general revenue fund any unexpended balance in the comprehensive rehabilitation account that exceeds $1.5 million.
(c)  The court costs remitted to the comptroller and deposited in the general revenue fund pursuant to this section are dedicated to the department.
Added by Acts 1991, 72nd Leg., ch. 101, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1991.  Amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 142, Sec. 11, eff. May 17, 1993;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 198, Sec. 2.117, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.
Amended by:
Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 25 (S.B. 187), Sec. 1, eff. May 9, 2006.
Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 25 (S.B. 187), Sec. 2, eff. May 9, 2005.
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.400, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 112 - Developmental Disabilities › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 112.001. Definitions

Sec. 112.001.  DEFINITIONS.  In this chapter:
(1)  "Council" means the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities.
(2)  "Designated state agency" means the executive agency designated by the governor to provide administrative support and fiscal management services to the council in accordance with this chapter and federal law.
(3)  "Developmental disability" means a severe, chronic disability as defined by applicable federal developmental disability laws.
(4)  "Applicable federal developmental disability laws" refers to the various Acts of Congress providing for assistance and services to persons with developmental disabilities and codified as 42 U.S.C. Section 15001 et seq.
(5)  "Protection and advocacy system" means the system established in this state under the applicable federal developmental disabilities laws for the purpose of advocating for and protecting the rights of persons with developmental disabilities.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 5272, ch. 970, Sec. 1, eff. Aug. 29, 1983.  Amended by Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 603, Sec. 11, 12, eff. Sept. 1, 1985;  Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 79, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.403, eff. April 2, 2015.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 112 - Developmental Disabilities › Subchapter A. General Provisions › Section 112.002. Purpose and Legislative Findings

Sec. 112.002.  PURPOSE AND LEGISLATIVE FINDINGS.  (a)  The purpose of this chapter is to establish a developmental disabilities program that assures compliance with applicable federal developmental disability laws.
(b)  The legislature finds that persons with developmental disabilities have a right to appropriate treatment, services, and habilitation for their disabilities within the funds available for those purposes and that the treatment, services, and habilitation for a person with developmental disabilities must be designed to maximize the developmental potential of the person and must be provided in the setting that is least restrictive of the person's personal liberty.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 5272, ch. 970, Sec. 1, eff. Aug. 29, 1983.  Amended by Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 603, Sec. 13, eff. Sept. 1, 1985.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 112 - Developmental Disabilities › Subchapter B. Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities › Section 112.011. Establishment

Sec. 112.011.  ESTABLISHMENT.  The Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities is established.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 5272, ch. 970, Sec. 1, eff. Aug. 29, 1983.  Amended by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 79, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 112 - Developmental Disabilities › Subchapter B. Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities › Section 112.0111. Definition

Sec. 112.0111.  DEFINITION.  In this subchapter, "executive director" means the executive director of the council.
Added by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 79, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 112 - Developmental Disabilities › Subchapter B. Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities › Section 112.012. Members

Sec. 112.012.  MEMBERS.  The members of the council shall be appointed by the governor in accordance with applicable federal developmental disability laws.  The governor may appoint as many members to the council as is determined appropriate for the council to accomplish its purposes but must appoint, in total membership, an odd number of members to the council.  Appointments to the council shall be made without regard to:
(1)  the race, color, sex, religion, age, or national origin of the appointees;  or
(2)  the disability of the appointees, except as required by applicable federal developmental disability laws.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 5272, ch. 970, Sec. 1, eff. Aug. 29, 1983.  Amended by Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 264, Sec. 28, eff. Aug. 26, 1985;  Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 603, Sec. 14, eff. Sept. 1, 1985;  Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 793, Sec. 22, eff. Sept. 1, 1985;  Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 79, Sec. 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1999;  Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1170, Sec. 9.01, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 112 - Developmental Disabilities › Subchapter B. Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities › Section 112.013. Terms

Sec. 112.013.  TERMS.  (a)  Members of the council appointed by the governor serve for staggered terms of six years with the term of one-third or approximately one-third of the members expiring on February 1 of each odd-numbered year.
(b)  A person may not serve on the council more than two consecutive six-year terms.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 5272, ch. 970, Sec. 1, eff. Aug. 29, 1983.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1170, Sec. 9.02, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.
2023 Texas Statutes › Human Resources Code › Title 7 - Rehabilitation of Individuals With Disabilities › Chapter 112 - Developmental Disabilities › Subchapter B. Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities › Section 112.014. Vacancies

Sec. 112.014.  VACANCIES.  (a)  A position on the council becomes vacant if:
(1)  a member resigns from the council by providing written notice to the chair;  or
(2)  a member ceases to be a resident of this state.
(b)  If a position on the council becomes vacant, the chair shall provide written notice to the governor requesting a new appointment to fill the remainder of the member's term.
Added by Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 5272, ch. 970, Sec. 1, eff. Aug. 29, 1983.  Amended by Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 79, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.
Amended by:
Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219), Sec. 4.404, eff. April 2, 2015.