(a) The commission shall distribute bodies and anatomical specimens to persons authorized to receive a body or specimen under this chapter. This subsection does not apply to a body or specimen donated to a registered non-transplant anatomical donation organization.
(b) The commission shall adopt rules to ensure that each body and anatomical specimen is treated with respect while in the custody of the commission or person authorized to receive the body or specimen.

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Terms Used In Texas Health and Safety Code 691.022

  • Person: includes corporation, organization, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership, association, and any other legal entity. See Texas Government Code 311.005
  • Probate: Proving a will
  • Rule: includes regulation. See Texas Government Code 311.005

(c) The commission shall adopt rules, establish procedures, and prescribe forms necessary to administer and enforce this chapter, including rules establishing registration and inspection requirements and procedures. The commission may issue a reprimand, assess an administrative penalty, impose other penalties, or revoke, suspend, or probate a registration or other authorization for a violation of this chapter or a commission rule adopted under this chapter, including a violation related to an inspection conducted under § 691.034, in the manner provided by Chapter 651, Occupations Code.