Honorable Charles Schwertner, Chair, Senate Committee on Health & Human Services
FROM:
Ursula Parks, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
SB1560 by Zaffirini (Relating to chemical dependency treatment facilities.), As Introduced
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Health and Safety Code relating to consent of chemically dependent persons. The bill would clarify that a person delegated by the treating physician or medical director may give the explanation for consent prior to administration of medication to the patient. DSHS indicates that the provisions of the bill can be implemented within existing resources.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.