Texas Health and Safety Code 597.042 – Surrogate Consent Committee Established; Departmental Support
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(a) For cases in which there is no guardian or surrogate decision-maker available, the department shall establish and maintain a list of individuals qualified to serve on a surrogate consent committee.
(b) The department shall provide the staff and assistance necessary to perform the duties prescribed by this subchapter.
Terms Used In Texas Health and Safety Code 597.042
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.