Honorable Charles Schwertner, Chair, Senate Committee on Health & Human Services
FROM:
Ursula Parks, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB698 by King, Tracy O. (Relating to the regulation of the fitting and dispensing of hearing instruments.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend Chapter 402 of the Occupations Code to modify restrictions on persons who engage or offer to engage in the fitting and dispensing of hearing instruments. The Department of State Health Services indicates that implementation of the bill could be accomplished within current resources.
Local Government Impact
No fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.