Texas House Bill 845 would allow pharmacists to provide certain medications to patients without a direct prescription from a doctor. This bill aims to expand the role of pharmacists in healthcare, potentially making it easier for patients to access necessary medications.
The bill allows municipalities or counties in Texas to request a hearing with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality concerning the construction of a concrete plant. This would give local governments a formal process to express concerns or objections about the environmental impacts of such facilities in their areas.
Texas House Bill 843, introduced by Representative Brian Harrison, aims to update or clarify specific definitions within the Code Construction Act. This bill seeks to ensure that legal terms are clearly defined to improve the interpretation and application of laws in Texas.
The bill requires certain employers in Texas to provide paid sick leave to their employees. It also establishes penalties for employers who do not comply with this requirement.