Texas HB5533 allows physicians to delegate prescribing Schedule II controlled substances to advanced practice registered nurses and physician.

Texas HB5533 amends the Occupations Code to allow physicians to delegate the prescribing or ordering of Schedule II controlled substances to advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants. This delegation is permitted in hospital settings, emergency departments, hospice care, and narcotic drug treatment programs. The changes take effect immediately if approved by a two-thirds vote in both legislative houses, otherwise they will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB5533 allows physicians to delegate prescribing Schedule II controlled substances to advanced practice registered nurses and physician.

Texas HB5533 amends the Occupations Code to allow physicians to delegate the prescribing or ordering of Schedule II controlled substances to advanced practice registered nurses and physician assistants. This delegation is permitted in hospital settings, emergency departments, hospice care, and narcotic drug treatment programs. The changes take effect immediately if approved by a two-thirds vote in both legislative houses, otherwise they will take effect on September 1, 2025.