154.188 – FAILURE TO PROVIDE OR PAY FOR REQUIRED HEALTH
Texas Family Code § 154.188
Summary
This law holds a parent accountable for failing to provide or pay for required health or dental insurance for their child. If a parent does not comply with this obligation, they are liable for the child's necessary medical and dental expenses, regardless of insurance coverage.
Parents must provide health or dental insurance as ordered.
Non-compliance results in liability for medical expenses.
Liability exists regardless of insurance availability.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's FAILURE TO PROVIDE OR PAY FOR REQUIRED HEALTH law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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