Tex. Health & Safety Code § 81.081

Current with legislation from the 2023 Regular and Special Sessions signed by the Governor as of November 21, 2023.

Section 81.081 - Department's Duty

The department is the preemptive authority for purposes of this chapter and shall coordinate statewide or regional efforts to protect public health. The department shall collaborate with local elected officials, including county and municipal officials, to prevent the spread of disease and protect the public health.

Tex. Health and Safety Code § 81.081

Amended by Acts 2015, Texas Acts of the 84th Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 1,Sec. 3.0232, eff. 4/2/2015.

Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/1989.