Sec. 1001.010.  AUTHORITY TO CONTRACT.  (a)  The department may enter into an interlocal contract with one or more local governments in accordance with Chapter 791, Government Code.
(b)  The board by rule shall adopt policies and procedures consistent with applicable state procurement practices for soliciting and awarding a contract under this section.
Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1290 (H.B. 2017), Sec. 35, eff. September 1, 2011.