Texas § AG.161.0603 - LABORATORY TESTING
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § AG.161.0603 — LABORATORY TESTING, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ AG.161.0603. LABORATORY TESTING
LABORATORY TESTING. (a) The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory is the state's regulatory animal health laboratory. (b) This section does not prevent the commission from: (1) using a laboratory other than the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory for a test as needed; or (2) collecting specimens and performing field tests to diagnose animal diseases. (c) The commission and the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory shall enter into a memorandum of understanding to: (1) establish the laboratory services to be performed by the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory; (2) provide reporting requirements for the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory on all test requests received from the commission; and (3) set fees associated with laboratory services performed for the commission in amounts sufficient to recover the costs of those services. (d) The commission and the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory shall annually review the memorandum of understanding under Subsection (c). Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 849 (S.B. 705 ), Sec. 10, eff. September 1, 2021. SUBCHAPTER D. QUARANTINES
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § AG.161.0603
What does The Texas Constitution § AG.161.0603 cover?
Section AG.161.0603 ("LABORATORY TESTING") 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 § AG.161.0603?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § AG.161.0603" (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 § AG.161.0603 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.