Section 141.008 - Adoption of Rules; Exemption From Application of Certain Rules(a) The executive commissioner may adopt rules to implement this chapter. In adopting the rules the executive commissioner shall comply with Subchapter B, Chapter 2001, Government Code, including Sections 2001.032(b) and 2001.033, Government Code. In developing the rules to be adopted by the executive commissioner, the department shall consult parents, youth camp operators, and appropriate public and private officials and organizations.(b) A youth camp operator may grant an exemption from compliance with a rule that requires physical examinations or inoculations for children or staff if the exemption is requested on the grounds of religious convictions.Tex. Health and Safety Code § 141.008
Amended by Acts 2015, Texas Acts of the 84th Leg. - Regular Session, ch. 1,Sec. 3.0383, eff. 4/2/2015.Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 636, Sec. 2, eff. 9/1/2003. Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/1989.