Texas Government Code - GOV'T § 318.001. Findings

(1) the interests of the residents of the state are served by the regulation of certain professions and other occupations;

(2) state government actions have produced a substantial increase in the number of regulatory programs;

(3) the legislature should review proposed regulatory programs to better evaluate the need for the programs; and

(4) regulation should not be imposed on any profession or other occupation unless required for the protection of the health, safety, or welfare of the residents of the state.