The bill, H.B. No. 913, amends the Health and Safety Code to update the names and management structure of state hospitals in Texas. It specifically changes the designation of the "North Texas State Hospital" to "Vernon State Hospital" and adds several facilities to the list of state hospitals, including the Wichita Falls State Hospital, Panhandle State Hospital, and Lubbock Psychiatric Center. The bill also clarifies the definition of "state hospital" to include these new facilities while removing the previous designation of "North Texas State Hospital."

Additionally, the bill introduces a new requirement for each state hospital to employ a superintendent, as mandated by the executive commissioner through rule-making. This change aims to enhance the management and oversight of state hospitals in Texas. The provisions of the bill are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 532.001, Health and Safety Code 552.002 (Health and Safety Code 532, Health and Safety Code 552)
House Committee Report: Health and Safety Code 532.001, Health and Safety Code 552.002 (Health and Safety Code 532, Health and Safety Code 552)