Texas Directive to Physicians and Family or Surrogates Template

Texas Directive to Physicians and Family or Surrogates Template

A Texas Directive to Physicians and Family or Surrogates template with completion notes and the blank form. Texas adults who want to record end-of-life treatment wishes on the state's own form.

What's included

• Directive to Physicians and Family or Surrogates (7 pages): the statutory living will form in Health and Safety Code §166.033, reproduced verbatim, with an optional notary acknowledgment page (§166.032(b-1)) and a written revocation form (§166.042).

Each document starts on its own page with plain-English completion notes, followed by the blank form. Where Texas law supplies a form, the statutory wording is reproduced verbatim.

Signing requirements (Texas)

• Directive to Physicians and Family or Surrogates: sign in front of two competent adult witnesses, at least one of whom meets Health and Safety Code §166.003(2) (§166.032(b)), OR have the signature acknowledged before a notary (§166.032(b-1)). Digital or electronic signatures that meet §166.011 are allowed.

File formats

Editable Word (.docx) and print-ready PDF (US Letter) for every document, delivered as a ZIP digital download. Nothing is shipped.

Legal research last verified September 29, 2026.

These products are not a substitute for the advice of an attorney. This is a fill-in template, not legal advice. Laws change; check your state's current requirements before signing.

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