Honorable John T. Smithee, Chair, House Committee on Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
FROM:
Ursula Parks, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB995 by Wray (Relating to the form and revocation of medical powers of attorney.), As Introduced
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Health and Safety Code to clarify the circumstances under which a medical power of attorney may be revoked. Based on the analysis of the Office of Court Administration and Health and Human Services Commission, duties and responsibilities associated with implementing the provisions of the bill could be accomplished by utilizing existing resources.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.
Source Agencies:
212 Office of Court Administration, Texas Judicial Council, 529 Health and Human Services Commission