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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 83(R)

Senate Bill 747

Senate Author:  Nelson

Effective:  6-14-13

House Sponsor:  Fallon


            Senate Bill 747 amends the Health and Safety Code to specify that the independent ombudsman for state supported living centers is appointed by the governor for a two-year term expiring February 1 of odd-numbered years. The bill authorizes the reappointment of an ombudsman and establishes the term of the person serving as ombudsman on the effective date of the bill.