SB 1081

Relating to the regulation of art therapy, including the establishment of the Texas Art Therapy Board and the duties of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a fee.

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Free Enterprise

Property Rights

Personal Responsibility

Limited Government

Individual Liberty

Digest

SB 1081 creates a licensing requirement for art therapists and establishes the Texas Art Therapy Board under the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council. It defines the qualifications, scope of practice, and supervision requirements for licensed professional and associate art therapists. The bill also sets continuing education requirements, licensing fees, and disciplinary measures, including a criminal penalty for unlicensed practice.

Author (1)

Royce West

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Sen. Royce West

Capitol Phone:

(512) 463-0123

Capitol Office:

CAP 1E.5

E-Mail:

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