Texas § HR.91.027 - BLINDNESS EDUCATION, SCREENING, AND TREATMENT PROGRAM
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § HR.91.027 — BLINDNESS EDUCATION, SCREENING, AND TREATMENT PROGRAM, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ HR.91.027. BLINDNESS EDUCATION, SCREENING, AND TREATMENT PROGRAM
BLINDNESS EDUCATION, SCREENING, AND TREATMENT PROGRAM. (a) To the extent that funds are available under Sections 521.008 and 522.0295 , Transportation Code, the department shall operate a Blindness Education, Screening, and Treatment Program to provide: (1) blindness prevention education and screening and treatment to prevent blindness for residents who are not covered under an adequate health benefit plan; and (2) transition services to individuals with visual disabilities eligible for vocational rehabilitation services. (b) The program shall include: (1) public education about blindness and other eye conditions; (2) screenings and eye examinations to identify conditions that may cause blindness; (3) treatment procedures necessary to prevent blindness; and (4) transition services. (c) The executive commissioner by rule shall prescribe eligibility requirements for the program. Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2398, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979. Amended by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 510, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 198, Sec. 2.115(a), eff. Sept. 1, 2003; Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1140, Sec. 1, eff. June 20, 2003. Amended by: Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 87 (S.B. 1969 ), Sec. 27.002(11), eff. September 1, 2009. Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1 (S.B. 219 ), Sec. 4.351, eff. April 2, 2015. Acts 2023, 88th Leg., R.S., Ch. 614 (H.B. 3798 ), Sec. 7, eff. September 1, 2023.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § HR.91.027
What does The Texas Constitution § HR.91.027 cover?
Section HR.91.027 ("BLINDNESS EDUCATION, SCREENING, AND TREATMENT PROGRAM") 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 § HR.91.027?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § HR.91.027" (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 § HR.91.027 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.