Must your marital status be disclosed to the board?

Disclosure of marital status to the board is not generally required as part of the licensure process for respiratory care practitioners in Texas. This reflects the principle that personal information unrelated to professional qualifications or ability to perform the duties of the job does not need to be disclosed. The focus of the board is primarily on the educational background, professional training, criminal history, and any disciplinary actions that could affect a practitioner's ability to perform their duties safely and effectively. Therefore, while marital status can be relevant in social or personal contexts, it is not pertinent to the regulatory framework governing respiratory care practitioners.