Mental Health Rules and Statutes

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is governed by laws and rules that are designed to improve the quality and efficiency of public and private services and supports for Texans with mental illnesses.

The 15th Edition Texas Laws Relating to Mental Health.

To learn about the formal mental health rules for the Texas Department of State Health Services you can review Title 25, Part 2 of the Texas Administrative Code via the Texas Secretary of State's website.

Information about the rules pertaining to DSHS can also be found at the department's Office of Policy Development page. Such information includes links to the Texas Register and previously archived rules.

Last Updated July 21, 2005