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Local Agencies Helping Conduct Inspections of MFVs
Texas DSHS · By Justin.Zamudio · July 1, 2026
In plain language
The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has partnered with various local health departments to manage inspections for mobile food vendors. Under Texas law, these local agencies can step in to perform health inspections if a state official is not available. This ensures that food safety reviews continue smoothly across different regions. Even when local inspectors handle the process, the same statewide safety rules and regulations apply to all vendors.
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Key takeaways
- Texas law allows local agencies to conduct health inspections for mobile food vendors.
- State and local inspectors follow the same set of safety rules across the state.
- Local agencies assist with inspections when state-level inspectors are unavailable.
- Participating departments include major cities like Austin, Dallas, Houston, and El Paso.
- Counties such as Aransas, Bell, Brazos, and Tarrant also participate in this inspection partnership.
Local Agencies Helping Conduct Inspections of MFVs Justin.Zamudio Wed, 07/01/2026 - 09:32 AM Local Agencies Helping Conduct Inspections of MFVs This page provides information about Local Agencies Helping Conduct Inspections of MFVs. As authorized by Section 437B.153 of the Health and Safety Code, DSHS has entered into collaborative agreements with the following local agencies to conduct health inspections around the state. If a state inspector is not available, an inspector from one of these agencies may be asked to conduct your Mobile Food Vendor inspection. The same rules apply for all inspections statewide. The list below is current as of June 30, 2026.Aransas CountyBell County Public Health DistrictBrazos County Health DistrictCity of AbileneCity of Amarillo Public HealthCity of ArlingtonCity of Austin Public HealthCity of BrownwoodCity of Corpus ChristiCity of El Paso Department of Public HealthCity of Houston Department of HealthCity of Laredo Public Health DepartmentCity of
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