Honorable John Frullo, Chair, House Committee on Insurance
FROM:
Ursula Parks, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
SB684 by Taylor, Larry (Relating to the designation of certain optometrists, therapeutic optometrists, and ophthalmologists as preferred providers.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Insurance Code relating to the designation of certain optometrists, therapeutic optometrists, and ophthalmologists as preferred providers.
Based on information provided by the Texas Department of Insurance, Texas Medical Board, and Optometry Board, it is assumed that all duties and responsibilities necessary to implement the provisions of the bill could be accomplished within existing staff and resources.
Local Government Impact
No fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.
Source Agencies:
454 Department of Insurance, 514 Optometry Board, 503 Texas Medical Board