The Texas Board of Nursing licenses and regulates nurses, sets practice standards, and enforces professional conduct requirements. The board ensures safe nursing care through approval of education programs. AGENCY HEADKristin K. Benton, DNP, RN — Executive DirectorGOVERNING STATUTEOccupations Code, Chapter 301OFFICIAL WEBSITEVisit the official agency website 2026–27 State Appropriations CategoryFY 2026FY 2027Total (All Funds)$17,342,445$17,343,189General …

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The Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners licenses chiropractors and oversees regulation of chiropractic practice to protect patient health and safety. The board plays a central role in ensuring professional competency. AGENCY HEADPatricia Gilbert — Executive DirectorGOVERNING STATUTEOccupations Code, Chapter 201OFFICIAL WEBSITEVisit the official agency website 2026–27 State Appropriations CategoryFY 2026FY 2027Total (All Funds)$1,252,218$1,242,218General …

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The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council provides licensing and oversight for behavioral-health professions, including psychology, counseling, marriage and family therapy, and social work. The council ensures ethical practice and enforces competency standards. AGENCY HEADDarrel D. Spinks — Executive DirectorGOVERNING STATUTEOccupations Code, Chapter 507OFFICIAL WEBSITEVisit the official agency website 2026–27 State Appropriations CategoryFY 2026FY 2027Total (All …

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The Texas Funeral Service Commission regulates funeral establishments, embalmers, and crematories to ensure ethical, safe, and lawful practices. The commission plays a central role in enforcing professional standards and investigating consumer complaints. AGENCY HEADMaria Haynes — Executive DirectorGOVERNING STATUTEOccupations Code, Chapter 651OFFICIAL WEBSITEVisit the official agency website 2026–27 State Appropriations CategoryFY 2026FY 2027Total (All …

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The Texas Optometry Board licenses optometrists and enforces standards governing eye-care practice. The board protects patients through professional oversight. AGENCY HEADJanice McCoy — Executive DirectorGOVERNING STATUTEOccupations Code, Chapter 351OFFICIAL WEBSITEVisit the official agency website 2026–27 State Appropriations CategoryFY 2026FY 2027Total (All Funds)$549,474$546,937General Revenue$541,474$538,937GR – Dedicated$0$0Federal Funds$0$0Other Funds$8,000$8,000Number of …

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The Texas State Board of Pharmacy regulates pharmacists and pharmacies, ensuring safe medication practices, proper dispensing, and adherence to state drug laws. The board plays a central role in implementing state policy in this area, coordinating with partner entities, and ensuring programs operate effectively statewide. AGENCY HEADDaniel R. Carroll, Pharm.D., R.Ph. — Executive Director / SecretaryGOVERNING STATUTEOccupations Code, Chapter 552OFFICIAL WEBSITEVisit the official agency …

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