Sec. 13.037. DETERMINATION OF RESIDENCY. (a) A person is a resident of this state if the person:
(1) is physically present and living voluntarily in this state;
(2) intends to make a home in this state; and
(3) is not in this state temporarily.
(b) The intent to make a home in this state may be demonstrated by proof similar to or including:
(1) the possession of documentation, such as a Texas driver's license, motor vehicle registration, or voter registration certificate;
(2) the presence of personal effects at a specific abode in this state; or
(3) employment in this state.
Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 678, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle A - Department of State Health Services
Chapter 13 - Department Hospitals and Respiratory Facilities
Subchapter B. Texas Tuberculosis Code
Section 13.034. Duties of Executive Commissioner and Department
Section 13.035. Employment of Hospital Administrators
Section 13.036. Patient Admission; Examination Certificate
Section 13.037. Determination of Residency
Section 13.038. Classification of Patients; Lien
Section 13.039. Collection of State's Claim
Section 13.040. Effect of Indigent Health Care and Treatment Act
Section 13.041. Return of Certain Nonresidents; Reciprocal Agreements
Section 13.042. Discrimination Prohibited
Section 13.043. Gratuities Prohibited
Section 13.044. Private Accommodations