Texas HB2819 regulates outpatient behavioral health centers, setting licensing requirements, fees, and penalties.

Texas HB2819 amends the Health and Safety Code to establish regulations for outpatient behavioral health centers. The bill mandates that these centers obtain a license from the Health and Human Services Commission, which requires submitting a sworn application, fees, and a facility plan. The license is non-transferable and expires every two years. The bill also outlines exemptions, including mental hospitals and psychiatric residential youth treatment facilities. It authorizes civil and administrative penalties for violations and sets fees to cover administrative costs.

Texas HB2819 regulates outpatient behavioral health centers, setting licensing requirements, fees, and penalties.

Texas HB2819 amends the Health and Safety Code to establish regulations for outpatient behavioral health centers. The bill mandates that these centers obtain a license from the Health and Human Services Commission, which requires submitting a sworn application, fees, and a facility plan. The license is non-transferable and expires every two years. The bill also outlines exemptions, including mental hospitals and psychiatric residential youth treatment facilities. It authorizes civil and administrative penalties for violations and sets fees to cover administrative costs.