Tex. Health and Safety Code § 1001.073: GENERAL POWERS AND DUTIES OF DEPARTMENT RELATED TO SUBSTANCE ABUSE.

The department is responsible for administering human services programs regarding substance abuse, including:

(1) administering, coordinating, and contracting for the delivery of substance abuse prevention and treatment programs at the state and local level;

(2) inspecting, licensing, and enforcing regulations regarding substance abuse treatment facilities; and

(3) providing public education on substance abuse issues, as directed by law.

Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 198, Sec. 1.09.