Texas Administrative Code Explained

The Texas Administrative Code is a subject-based compilation of all rules and regulations promulgated by Texas state agencies. The Code was originally created by legislation in 1977 with the passage of Administrative Code Act.^[1] In 1995, H.B. 2304 was enacted, which required that the Secretary of State make the Administrative Code available online free of charge.^[2], there are 17 titles in the Code,^[3] listed below.

1. Title 1: Administration
2. Title 4: Agriculture
3. Title 7: Banking and Securities
4. Title 10: Community Development
5. Title 13: Cultural Resources
6. Title 16: Economic Regulation
7. Title 19: Education
8. Title 22: Examining Boards
9. Title 25: Health Services
10. Title 26: Health and Human Services
11. Title 28: Insurance
12. Title 30: Environmental Quality
13. Title 31: Natural Resources and Conservation
14. Title 34: Public Finance
15. Title 37: Public Safety and Corrections
16. Title 40: Social Services and Assistance
17. Title 43: Transportation

Notes and References

1. Web site: Administrative Code. 2020-11-27. Texas Secretary of State.
2. Web site: Hochberg. Nelson. Bill Analysis - H.B. 2304. 2020-11-27. Texas Legislature Online. Senate Committee Report.
3. Web site: Texas Administration Code Viewer. 2020-11-27. Office of the Secretary of State of Texas.