Honorable Dianne White Delisi, Chair, House Committee on Public Health
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Deputy Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB1544 by Dawson (Relating to removal of corneal tissue from a decedent.), As Introduced
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill repeals Subchapter B, Chapter 693, Health and Safety Code, which defines circumstances under which corneal tissue may be removed from a decedent and identifies persons who may object to such removal. The bill adds language authorizing certain officials to permit removal of corneal tissue from a decedent. No fiscal impact to the state is anticipated.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.