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TITLE 26 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
PART 1 - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
CHAPTER 553 - LICENSING STANDARDS FOR ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES
SUBCHAPTER H - ENFORCEMENT
SECTION/RULE §553.501 - Why does HHSC refer a facility to the Office of the Attorney General or local prosecuting authority for a temporary restraining order or an injunction?
Chapter Review Date 02/02/2023

HHSC refers a facility to the Office of the Attorney General or local prosecuting authority for a temporary restraining order or an injunction when:(1) a violation creates an immediate threat or threat to the health and safety of residents;(2) a facility is operating without a license; or(3) HHSC is denied entry to a facility that is alleged to be operating without a license.

Source Note: The provisions of this §553.501 adopted to be effective August 31, 2021, 46 TexReg 5017.

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