HB 1481, 82nd R.S. history

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HB 1481, 82nd R.S.
Relating to the use of person first respectful language in reference to individuals with disabilities.

Last action: Effective on 9/1/11

Author: Vicki Truitt
Joint Author: Elliott Naishtat | John Davis | Richard Pena Raymond | Jose Menendez
Coauthor: Susan King
Sponsor: Judith Zaffirini

Session Law Chapter:
Acts 2011, 82nd R.S.,ch. 272, General and Special Laws of Texas

Signed legislation

Companion:

SB 26 (Identical)

Bill Analyses:
Engrossed (Senate Research Center)

Subjects:
Disabilities, Persons with
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
Human Relations
LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL, TEXAS
Legislature
Mental Health & Mental Retardation

House Committee: Human Services (Richard Pena Raymond, Naomi Gonzalez, Chuck Hopson, Bryan Hughes, Todd Hunter, Jodie Laubenberg, Geanie Morrison, Elliott Naishtat, Van Taylor)
Minutes: March 8 2011
Senate Committee: Health & Human Services (Jane Nelson, Bob Deuell, Joan Huffman, Robert Nichols, Dan Patrick, Jose Rodriguez, Carlos Uresti, Royce West, Judith Zaffirini)
Minutes: May 12 2011

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