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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 76(R)

HOUSE BILL 1838  

HOUSE AUTHOR: Smith

EFFECTIVE: 09-01-99         

SENATE SPONSOR: Moncrief

House Bill 1838 amends provisions of the law regarding the licensing and registration of professional sanitarians. The act changes the minimum requirements for professional sanitarians, requires the Texas Board of Health to establish continuing education requirements for licensed sanitarians, and adds proof of continuing education to the list of items necessary for renewal of registration certificates.

House Bill 1838 removes statutory fee levels and requires the board to set new registration, renewal, and examination fees. In addition, the act changes the criminal penalty for individuals who falsely represent themselves as licensed sanitarians.