Commission receives legislative update on limited-scope sunset review; self-evaluation due Sept. 1, 2025

A staff member reported to the Texas Funeral Service Commission that the agency will undergo a limited-scope sunset review under a house bill referenced in the meeting record as "House Bill 1545" and that the review will focus on sections 691 and 692A of the Health and Safety Code. The staff member said the agency attended a meeting last week and that a self‑evaluation report will be due by Sept. 1, 2025.

The commission noted it will keep members apprised during the sunset process. The record uses the phrasing "house bill 15 45 by the 80 ninth legislature,” which is recorded here as stated in the meeting transcript. No formal vote was taken on the legislative update during the public session; the item was informational.

The commission also held closed sessions under the Texas Open Meetings Act during the meeting to discuss pending litigation and to receive legal advice; the public record states no action was taken during those closed sessions.

Staff indicated they will provide updates to commissioners during the sunset review process; the transcript does not include further details on the scope of the self‑evaluation or specific next steps beyond the due date.