The bill, S.B. No. 1751, amends the definition of "licensing authority" within the Human Resources Code to enhance the collection of licensing information for certain day-care employees. The updated definition now explicitly includes various state agencies that issue licenses, specifically naming the Department of State Health Services, the Health and Human Services Commission, the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council, the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, the Texas Board of Nursing, the Texas Medical Board, the State Board for Educator Certification, and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

This amendment aims to clarify and expand the scope of entities recognized as licensing authorities, thereby improving oversight and regulation of day-care employees. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Human Resources Code 42.0562 (Human Resources Code 42)