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TX HB1072

TX HB1072
Relating to the licensing and regulation of lactation consultants and the creation of the Lactation Consultant Advisory Board; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense.


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Introduced
01/12/2021
In Committee
03/04/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/31/2021

Introduced Session

87th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to the licensing and regulation of lactation consultants and the creation of the Lactation Consultant Advisory Board; requiring an occupational license; imposing fees; providing penalties; creating a criminal offense.

AI Summary

This bill relates to the licensing and regulation of lactation consultants and the creation of the Lactation Consultant Advisory Board. It requires an occupational license for lactation consultants, imposes fees, provides penalties, and creates a criminal offense for practicing without a license. The bill sets out the composition and duties of the Lactation Consultant Advisory Board, which will advise the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation on technical matters related to the administration of the licensing program. The bill also establishes education and examination requirements for initial licensure and continuing education requirements for license renewal.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Public Health (on 03/04/2021)

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