Texas HB171 amends the Health and Safety Code to modify the duration of court-ordered treatment for chemical dependency.

Texas HB171 amends the Health and Safety Code to change the duration of court-ordered treatment for chemical dependency. It allows juvenile courts to remand a child to a treatment facility for 60 to 90 days if the child's conduct resulted from chemical dependency. It also allows courts to commit individuals to treatment facilities for 60 to 90 days if they are unable to make a rational choice regarding treatment. The changes apply to applications filed after the effective date of the Act, which is September 1, 2025.

Texas HB171 amends the Health and Safety Code to modify the duration of court-ordered treatment for chemical dependency.

Texas HB171 amends the Health and Safety Code to change the duration of court-ordered treatment for chemical dependency. It allows juvenile courts to remand a child to a treatment facility for 60 to 90 days if the child's conduct resulted from chemical dependency. It also allows courts to commit individuals to treatment facilities for 60 to 90 days if they are unable to make a rational choice regarding treatment. The changes apply to applications filed after the effective date of the Act, which is September 1, 2025.