Proposed Rule Reviews
Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board
Title 22, Part 8
The Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) files this notice of intention to review 22 TAC Chapter 159, Rules Relating to the Provisions of the Texas Appraisal Management Company Registration and Regulation Act. This review is undertaken pursuant to Government Code, §2001.039.
During the review process, TALCB may determine whether a specific rule requires amendments to refine TALCB's legal and policy considerations; whether the rules reflect current TALCB procedures; that no changes to a rule as currently in effect are necessary; or that a rule is no longer valid or applicable. Rules may also be combined or reduced for simplification and clarity when feasible. Any proposed amendments or repeal of a rule or chapter as a result of the review will be published in the Proposed Rules section of the Texas Register and will be open for an additional 30-day public comment period before final adoption or repeal. Final consideration of this rule review is expected at the TALCB meeting in August 2026.
Any questions or comments pertaining to this notice of intention to review should be directed to Kathleen Santos, General Counsel, Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board, P.O. Box 12188, Austin, Texas 78711-2188 or emailed to general.counsel@talcb.texas.gov within 30 days of publication.
Kathleen Santos
General Counsel
Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board
Filed: February 24, 2026
Texas Optometry Board
Title 22, Part 14
The Texas Optometry Board (Board) proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal 22 Texas Administrative Code Part 14 - Chapter 277 Practice and Procedure, in its entirety.
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess every four years whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
During the review process, the Board may determine whether a specific rule requires amendments to refine the Board's rules that govern the certification and practice of therapeutic optometry; whether the rules reflect current practice interpretations; whether the rules reflect current procedures; that no changes to a rule as currently in effect are necessary; or that a rule is no longer valid or applicable. Rules may also be combined or reduced for simplification and clarity when feasible.
Any proposed amendments or repeal of a rule or chapter as a result of the review will be published in the Proposed Rules section of the Texas Register and will be open for an additional 30-day public comment period before final adoption or repeal.
Comments on the review of 22 Texas Administrative Code Part 14 - Chapter 277 Practice and Procedure, may be submitted to Texas Optometry Board, Attn: Janice McCoy at 1801 Congress Avenue, Suite 9.300, Austin, Texas 78701 or janice.mccoy@tob.texas.gov. The deadline for comments is thirty days after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
Janice McCoy
Executive Director
Texas Optometry Board
Filed: February 24, 2026
The Texas Optometry Board (Board) proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal 22 Texas Administrative Code Part 14 - Chapter 279 Interpretations, in its entirety.
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess every four years whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
During the review process, the Board may determine whether a specific rule requires amendments to refine the Board's rules that govern the certification and practice of therapeutic optometry; whether the rules reflect current practice interpretations; whether the rules reflect current procedures; that no changes to a rule as currently in effect are necessary; or that a rule is no longer valid or applicable. Rules may also be combined or reduced for simplification and clarity when feasible.
Any proposed amendments or repeal of a rule or chapter as a result of the review will be published in the Proposed Rules section of the Texas Register and will be open for an additional 30-day public comment period before final adoption or repeal.
Comments on the review of 22 Texas Administrative Code Part 14 - Chapter 279 Interpretations, may be submitted to Texas Optometry Board, Attn: Janice McCoy at 1801 Congress Avenue, Suite 9.300, Austin, Texas 78701 or janice.mccoy@tob.texas.gov. The deadline for comments is thirty days after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
Janice McCoy
Executive Director
Texas Optometry Board
Filed: February 24, 2026
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Title 26, Part 1
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) proposes to review and consider for readoption, revision, or repeal the chapter listed below, in its entirety, contained in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 560, Denial or Refusal of License
This review is conducted in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies, every four years, to assess whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. After reviewing its rules, the agency will readopt, readopt with amendments, or repeal its rules.
Comments on the review of Chapter 560, Denial or Refusal of License, may be submitted to HHSC Rules Coordination Office, Mail Code 4102, P.O. Box 13247, Austin, Texas 78711-3247, or by email to HHSRulesCoordinationOffice@hhs.texas.gov. When emailing comments, please indicate "Comments on Proposed Rule Review Chapter 560" in the subject line. The deadline for comments is on or before 5:00 p.m. central time on the 31st day after the date this notice is published in the Texas Register.
The text of the rule sections being reviewed will not be published but may be found in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code or on the Secretary of State's website at State Rules and Open Meetings (www.sos.texas.gov).
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: February 20, 2026
Adopted Rule Reviews
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Title 7, Part 5
The Finance Commission of Texas (commission) has completed the rule review of Texas Administrative Code, Title 7, Part 5, Chapter 83, Subchapter A, concerning Rules for Regulated Lenders, in its entirety. The rule review was conducted under Texas Government Code, §2001.039.
Notice of the review of 7 TAC Chapter 83, Subchapter A was published in the December 5, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 7925). The commission received no comments in response to that notice. The commission believes that the reasons for initially adopting the rules contained in this chapter continue to exist.
As a result of the rule review, the commission finds that the reasons for initially adopting the rules in 7 TAC Chapter 83, Subchapter A continue to exist, and readopts this chapter in accordance with the requirements of Texas Government Code, §2001.039.
Matthew Nance
General Counsel
Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner
Filed: February 20, 2026
Texas State Board of Dental Examiners
Title 22, Part 5
The Texas State Board of Dental Examiners (Board) adopts the review of the chapters below in Title 22, Part 5, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 114, Extension of Duties of Auxiliary Personnel--Dental Assistants;
Chapter 115, Extension of Duties of Auxiliary Personnel--Dental Hygiene; and
Chapter 116, Dental Laboratories.
Notice of the review of these chapters was published in the November 21, 2025 issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 7585).
As indicated below, the Board received 3 written comments in response to the rule review notice of Chapters 114 through 116:
(1) The Texas Academy of General Dentistry (TAGD) recommends changing Board rule 114.12 to allow registered dental assistants (RDA) to have the option to complete the required 6 hours of clinical continuing education through Board-approved self-study, interactive computer courses, or lecture courses. TAGD states that while the current language in rule 114.12(b) would suggest that RDAs may take all continuing education through self-study, interactive computer courses or lecture courses, it has been the Board's current practice to require clinical hours to only be taken through interactive computer courses or lecture courses. While six of the twelve required continuing education hours are currently available on demand, the remaining live or interactive requirement can create access challenges for many RDAs. TAGD is concerned this structure may unintentionally limit participation, particularly for those balancing professional and personal responsibilities or with limited access to live education. Allowing all continuing education hours to be completed through self-paced or online formats would improve accessibility, efficiency, and affordability while maintaining educational quality and supporting stronger dental teams.
Board Response: The Board agrees with allowing RDAs to complete their continuing education hours (12 hours), including clinical hours, through Board-approved self-study, interactive computer course, or lecture courses. The Board plans to propose this change to rule 114.12 in a future issue of the Texas Register.
(2) The Texas Dental Assistants Association (TDAA) recommends changing Board rules 114.3 and 114.5 to require an individual to be a RDA before applying pit and fissure sealants or performing coronal polishing. The association's rationale is: (1) registration ensures that only qualified dental assistants can perform advanced functions that involve direct patient care and carry inherent risks if those procedures are performed incorrectly, thus allowing for overall efficiency and safety for both the patient and the operator; (2) standardized education and competency ensure a consistent quality of care for all patients; (3) requiring a registration prior to performing expanded functions gives the Board additional authority to take disciplinary action and hold the dental assistant accountable, thus establishing patient confidence in their abilities; (4) the registration process clarifies the boundaries of the assistant's role and the primary level of supervision required to perform those functions; and (5) infection control and other patient safety protocols remain intact.
Board Response: The Board does not plan on changing Board rules 114.3 or 114.5 to require a dental assistant registration prior to applying pit and fissure sealants or performing coronal polishing. In accordance with Senate Bill 313 (85th Legislature), the Board removed the registration requirement. However, to ensure public safety, the Board maintained the education and training requirements.
(3) Ronda Lane, BS, CDA, RDA, FADAA, recommends changing Board rule 114.3 to require an individual to be a RDA before applying pit and fissure sealants. Her rationale is: (1) because registration ensures that only qualified individuals performing advanced tasks or expanded functions involve more direct patient care and carry inherent risks if performed incorrectly, allowing overall efficiency and safety for both patient and operator; (2) requiring the RDA credential prior to expanded functions such as pit & fissure sealants gives the Board the authority to take disciplinary action and holds the assistant accountable for actions and helps build patient trust; (3) the registration process clarifies the boundaries of the assistant's role and level of supervision; (4) the RDA requires continuing education, and pit & fissure sealants and coronal polishing do not; and (5) requiring registration prior to performing pit & fissure sealants would be a good way for dental assistants to learn and be familiar with Board rules through the RDA requirements.
Board Response: The Board does not plan on changing Board rule 114.3 to require a dental assistant registration prior to applying pit and fissure sealants. In accordance with Senate Bill 313 (85th Legislature), the Board removed the registration requirement. However, to ensure public safety, the Board maintained the education and training requirements.
The Board has reviewed Chapters 114 through 116 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the original reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist. The Board determined that the initial reasons for adopting rules in the chapters continue to exist and readopts Chapters 114 through 116.
This concludes the Board's review of 22 TAC Chapters 114 through 116 as required by the Texas Government Code §2001.039.
Lauren Studdard
General Counsel
State Board of Dental Examiners
Filed: February 20, 2026
Department of State Health Services
Title 25, Part 1
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), on behalf of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 25, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 181, Vital Statistics
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the December 5, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 7925). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
DSHS has reviewed Chapter 181 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
The agency determined that the original reasons for adopting all rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 181. Any amendments, if applicable, to Chapter 181 identified by DSHS in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes DSHS's review of 25 TAC Chapter 181 as required by Texas Government Code §2001.039.
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Department of State Health Services
Filed: February 23, 2026
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Title 26, Part 1
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 262 - Texas Home Living (TxHmL) Program and Community First Choice (CFC)
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the November 21, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 7586). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
HHSC has reviewed Chapter 262 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
The agency determined that the original reasons for adopting all rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 262. Any amendments, if applicable, to Chapter 262 identified by HHSC in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes HHSC's review of 26 TAC Chapter 262 as required by Texas Government Code §2001.039.
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: February 23, 2026
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) adopts the review of the chapter below in Title 26, Part 1, of the Texas Administrative Code (TAC):
Chapter 565, Home and Community-Based (HCS) Program and Community First Choice (CFC) Certification Standards
Notice of the review of this chapter was published in the December 19, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8343). HHSC received no comments concerning this chapter.
HHSC has reviewed Chapter 565 in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039, which requires state agencies to assess, every four years, whether the initial reasons for adopting a rule continue to exist.
The agency determined that the original reasons for adopting all rules in the chapter continue to exist and readopts Chapter 565. Any amendments, if applicable, to Chapter 565 identified by HHSC in the rule review will be proposed in a future issue of the Texas Register.
This concludes HHSC's review of 26 TAC Chapter 565 as required by Texas Government Code §2001.039.
Jessica Miller
Director, Rules Coordination Office
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Filed: February 19, 2026
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Title 37, Part 9
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 251, General, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8075).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 251 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 251.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 253, Definitions, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8075).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 253 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 253.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 255, Rulemaking Procedures, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025 issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8075).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 255 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 255.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 257, Construction Approval Rules, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8076).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 257 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 257.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 259, New Construction Rules, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025 issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8076).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 259 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 259.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 260, County Correctional Centers, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8076).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 260 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 260.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 261, Existing Construction Rules, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8076).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 261 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 261.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 263, Life Safety Rules, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8076).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 263 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 263.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 265, Admission, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8076).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 265 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 265.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 267, Release, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8077).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 267 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 267.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 269, Records and Procedures, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8077).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 269 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 269.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 271, Classification and Separation of Inmates, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8077).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 271 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 271.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 273, Health Services, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8077).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 273 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 273.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 275, Supervision of Inmates, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8077).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 275 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 275.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 277, Clothing, Personal Hygiene and Bedding, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8077).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 277 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 277.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 279, Sanitation, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8078).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 279 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 279.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (Commission) adopts the review of Chapter 281, Food Services, in accordance with Texas Government Code §2001.039. The proposed notice of intent to review rules was published in the December 12, 2025, issue of the Texas Register (50 TexReg 8078).
No comments were received on the proposed rule review.
The Commission has assessed whether the reasons for adopting or readopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission finds that the rules in Chapter 281 are needed, reflect current legal and policy considerations, and reflect current procedures of the Commission. The reasons for initially adopting the rules continue to exist. The Commission, therefore, readopts Chapter 281.
Ricky Armstrong
Interim Executive Director
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Filed: February 19, 2026