Texas § HS.506.002 - FINDINGS
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § HS.506.002 — FINDINGS, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ HS.506.002. FINDINGS
FINDINGS; PURPOSE. (a) The legislature finds that: (1) the health and safety of persons living in this state may be improved by providing access to information regarding hazardous chemicals to which those persons may be exposed during emergency situations or as a result of proximity to the manufacture or use of those chemicals; and (2) many facility operators in this state have established suitable information programs for their communities and that access to the information is required of most facility operators under the federal Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA). (b) It is the intent and purpose of this chapter to ensure that accessibility to information regarding hazardous chemicals is provided to: (1) fire departments responsible for dealing with chemical hazards during an emergency; (2) local emergency planning committees and other emergency planning organizations; and (3) the commission to make the information available to the public through specific procedures. Added by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 528, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1993. Amended by: Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219 ), Sec. 3.1305, eff. April 2, 2015. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 515 (H.B. 942 ), Sec. 13, eff. September 1, 2015.
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § HS.506.002
What does The Texas Constitution § HS.506.002 cover?
Section HS.506.002 ("FINDINGS") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Texas § HS.506.002?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § HS.506.002" (Texas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § HS.506.002 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.