Welcome to the DSHS Vital Statistics Conference Annual Conference

Deep in the Heart of Texas: Public Service and Preparedness in Vital Statistics!

This 2-day conference will showcase Vital Statistics and our partnerships with a focus on disaster preparedness and response while providing presentations and trainings to our statewide partners. Attendees may select from a variety of presentations including trainings on Birth Registration, AOP Certification, as well as Local Registrar Workshops, TxEVER Demographics and Unusual Birth Scenarios.

Our virtual sessions will be produced by L2 Productions; an Austin media production company specializing in live HD production and broadcasts.  Virtual conference attendees are encouraged to contact your IT Departments to ensure that you will be able to log in to YouTube.com on the day of the conference.  

For a copy of the agenda click here:  https://www.dshs.texas.gov/sites/default/files/vs/partners/conference/2025/2025-vital-statistics-conference-agenda.pdf

Registration Fees for Virtual Conference:

Virtual Attendance: $250 per person Click HERE to register for the VIRTUAL CONFERENCE

Registration and Cancellation Policy:

All registration fees must be received no later than December 2nd.  This includes all registrations reserved using purchase orders.  It is the responsibility of the registrant to pay registration fees or to follow up with your accounting office to ensure timely payment. 

All payments must be received by December 2nd.  

Refund requests must be submitted in writing no later than December 2nd.  Refunds will be subject to a $50 admin fee and will only be granted for medical or family emergency.  

Hotel Information:

The following links to a list of hotels within a three mile radius of the UT Commons meeting location.