Sec. 242.551. COMPLAINT REQUESTING INSPECTION. (a) A person may request an inspection of an institution in accordance with this chapter by making a complaint notifying the department of an alleged violation of law and requesting an inspection.
(b) The department shall encourage a person who makes an oral complaint under Subsection (a) to submit a written, signed complaint.
Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 1159, Sec. 1.30, eff. Sept. 1, 1997.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle B - Licensing of Health Facilities
Chapter 242 - Convalescent and Nursing Facilities and Related Institutions
Subchapter M. Complaint Inspections
Section 242.551. Complaint Requesting Inspection
Section 242.552. Disclosure of Substance of Complaint
Section 242.553. Confidentiality
Section 242.554. Preliminary Review of Complaint; Inspection