TX HB1550

Requires registration of all veterinary medical facilities with the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners by September 1, 2027, with each facility required to designate a licensed veterinarian as medical director

Grants the executive director authority to issue emergency orders and cease and desist orders, issue licenses, and compel witness testimony and document production via subpoena

Establishes that complaints and investigation materials are confidential and not subject to public disclosure, though notices of alleged violations and disciplinary orders remain public records

Authorizes the board to order consumer refunds up to the amount paid for services, defer final disciplinary action if conditions are met, and enter into licensing reciprocity agreements with other states with governor approval

Mandates risk-based inspection prioritization focusing on previous violations and controlled substance handling, with authority to use alternative inspection methods including videoconference technology