Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 4557: Relating to the regulation of art therapy, including the establishment of the Texas Art Therapy Board and the duties of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a fee.

In committee Last action April 3, 2025: Referred to Public Health

Plain-language summary

HB 4557 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on March 12, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the regulation of art therapy, including the establishment of the Texas Art Therapy Board and the duties of the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a fee. Primary sponsor: Rafael Anchía (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 3, 2025): Referred to Public Health.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Rafael Anchía (Democratic).