In 2015 the Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 202, transferring the Athletic Trainers program from the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to the Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR). The program transfer to TDLR took place in October 2016. As part of our mission to deliver improved service to Texans at a lower cost, TDLR reduced the following fees for the Athletic Trainers program:
| Athletic Trainers | Previous Fee | TDLR Fee | $ Reduced | % Reduced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal History Evaluation Letter Fee | $50 | $25 | $25 | 50% |
| Reinstatement Fee | $75 | $0 | $75 | 100% |
Weโve also reduced processing and administrative fees for each online transaction. Thanks to these reductions, Texas Athletic Trainers kept $10,966.50 in their pockets in their first year at TDLR. (October 2016 โ September 2017)
Weโve also reduced the word count in the Athletic Trainers program administrative rules to make them more clear, concise, and easier to read–without impacting their effectiveness:
| Athletic Trainers | DSHS | TDLR | Difference | % Reduced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Rules Word Count | 12,860 | 5,255 | 7,605 | 59% |
At TDLR, one of our core values is open and free communication. During this first year, the 4,690 email subscribers were contacted 13 times for a total of 60,970 emails, with information about meetings, rule changes, licensing, and more. In addition, since November 2015 the public and all interested parties have been invited to six public meetings of the Advisory Board of Athletic Trainers.
TDLR is delivering on our promise to eliminate unnecessary barriers to doing business, promote transparency and accountability, and protect the health and safety of all Texans.