Establishes the Texas Art Therapy Board and regulates art therapy practice in Texas.

The bill establishes the Texas Art Therapy Board and outlines the duties of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council. It mandates occupational licenses for art therapy practice, sets fees, and creates a criminal offense for practicing without a license. The board consists of five members, including three licensed professional art therapists, one health care professional, and one public member. The executive council administers and enforces the licensing requirements, including continuing education and supervision for associate art therapists.

Establishes the Texas Art Therapy Board and regulates art therapy practice in Texas.

The bill establishes the Texas Art Therapy Board and outlines the duties of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council. It mandates occupational licenses for art therapy practice, sets fees, and creates a criminal offense for practicing without a license. The board consists of five members, including three licensed professional art therapists, one health care professional, and one public member. The executive council administers and enforces the licensing requirements, including continuing education and supervision for associate art therapists.