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(a) The executive commissioner by rule may adopt procedures for an advisory committee to review treatment methods for persons with mental illness.
(b) A state agency that has knowledge of or receives a complaint relating to an abusive treatment method shall report that knowledge or forward a copy of the complaint to the department.
(c) A mental health facility, physician, or other mental health professional is not liable for an injury or other damages sustained by a person as a result of the failure of the facility, physician, or professional to administer or perform a treatment prohibited by statute or rules adopted by the executive commissioner.
(d) Repealed by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., ch. 1050 (S.B. 71), § 22(14); Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., ch. 1083 (S.B. 1179), § 25(98).
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Health and Safety Code - HEALTH & SAFETY § 571.0065. Treatment Methods - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/health-and-safety-code/health-safety-sect-571-0065/
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