HB 20 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity and public health threats and the establishment of the Border Protection Unit; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs
Returned to committee
| Aliens | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BORDER | BORDER PROTECTION UNIT | BORDER PROTECTION UNIT ACT | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Crimes--Miscellaneous | FEDERAL RELATIONS | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MAGISTRATES | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Finances--Management & Control | TRESPASS
HB 41 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to professional liability insurance coverage for and prohibitions on the provision to certain children of procedures and treatments for gender transitioning, gender reassignment, or gender dysphoria.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--General | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 44 88-0 (2023)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.Sponsor: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to provider discrimination against a Medicaid recipient or child health plan program enrollee based on immunization status.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| DISCRIMINATION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | IMMUNIZATIONS | MEDICAID
HB 81 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian | et. al.
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | TEXAS COVID-19 VACCINE FREEDOM ACT
HB 85 88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 118 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain tests to detect prostate cancer.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 119 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to judicial review of certain orders issued to address a declared state of disaster, declared public health disaster, or ordered public health emergency or to prevent the spread of a communicable disease.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Courts--General | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 122 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to professional liability insurance coverage for and prohibitions on providing to certain children procedures and treatments for gender transitioning, gender reassignment, or gender dysphoria; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--General | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 172 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 181 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the sickle cell disease registry.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 189 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to in-person visitation with hospital patients during certain periods of disaster.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals
HB 280 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to required submission of vaccine injury reports to the federal Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 362 88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl.
House: Public Health Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 460 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to the composition of the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE | Women
HB 494 88-0 (2023)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry" | et. al.
Relating to employment leave for certain family or medical obligations.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--General | Labor--Wages | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 609 88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, Cody | et. al.Sponsor: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to the liability of a business owner or operator arising from the exposure of an individual to a pandemic disease.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Business & Commerce--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 638 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to access to certain investigational drugs, biological products, and devices used in clinical trials by patients with severe chronic diseases.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | MARY LOU'S LAW | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 642 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 663 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to the confidentiality and reporting of certain maternal mortality information to the Department of State Health Services and to a work group establishing a maternal mortality and morbidity data registry.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE | Women
HB 685 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cole, Sheryl
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 722 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition of employment discrimination on the basis of reproductive decisions and certain employment agreements limiting reproductive decisions.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--General | Women | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 755 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Julie | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to prior authorization for prescription drug benefits related to the treatment of autoimmune diseases and certain blood disorders.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 777 88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, Cody | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting face covering mandates for public school students, prohibiting public schools from requiring students to provide documentation regarding certain vaccinations, and allowing public schools to screen students regarding certain infections.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 816 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to warning labels for opioid prescription drugs.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
HB 839 88-0 (2023)
Author: González, Jessica
Relating to prior authorization for prescription drug benefits related to the treatment or prevention of infectious diseases.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 852 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the composition of the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE | Women
HB 867 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lambert, Stan
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 873 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to a manufacturer's disclosure of cosmetic ingredients; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Business & Commerce--General | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Safety
HB 920 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the use of medication designated for treatment of respiratory distress on public and private school campuses.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VOLUNTEERS
HB 952 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the carcinogenic risk level used in the development of certain environmental remediation benchmarks.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 987 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to equipment used or intended for use in testing or analyzing a controlled substance.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 989 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a higher education plan for human papillomavirus education and prevention.
House: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HUMAN PAPILLOMA VIRUS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1015 88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, Cody | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition on receipt of state money by businesses that implement COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--Management Relations
HB 1018 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lujan, John | et. al.
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1021 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to criminal history record information obtained by certain facilities and private agencies on behalf of facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1026 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for cancer patients.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | ORTHOTICS & ORTHOTISTS | PROSTHETISTS & PROSTHETICS
HB 1029 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to a prohibition on funding for gender reassignment.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 1032 88-0 (2023)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | Education--General | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Life, Health & Accident | Labor--General | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1050 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the authority of pharmacists to dispense self-administered hormonal contraceptives.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PHYSICIANS | Women
HB 1063 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to the content of certain biennial legislative reports on immunizations issued by the Department of State Health Services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Disabilities, Persons with | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1079 88-0 (2023)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to warning signs posted by certain food service establishments that prepare food items containing peanut products.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Business & Commerce--General | FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SIGNS
HB 1110 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the reimbursement of residents of public housing authorities for certain losses resulting from a disaster.
House: Urban Affairs
Referred to Urban Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Housing--Finance
HB 1118 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to a franchise tax credit for entities that establish a grocery store or healthy corner store in a food desert.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | FOOD | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Taxation--Franchise
HB 1164 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for breast cancer patients.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | PROSTHETISTS & PROSTHETICS
HB 1200 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by qualifying patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations and cannabis testing facilities; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1297 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.
Relating to vision screenings for students in public or private school.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | EYECARE & VISION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1298 88-0 (2023)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. | et. al.
Relating to menstrual disorders education and informational materials for public school students.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Women
HB 1313 88-0 (2023)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to a study on the side effects, adverse reactions, including death, and the effectiveness of vaccines against the SARS-CoV-2 virus (COVID-19) or its variants.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| COVID-19 | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Interim Studies | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1365 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to equipment used or intended for use in testing or analyzing a controlled substance.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1403 88-0 (2023)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and hospital districts of disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Left pending in committee
| BEXAR COUNTY | DALLAS COUNTY | EL PASO COUNTY | HARRIS COUNTY | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HONORABLE RUTH JONES MCCLENDON ACT | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | NUECES COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital | TRAVIS COUNTY | WEBB COUNTY
HB 1419 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of certain limitations on bacterial meningitis vaccination exemptions for students at institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 1435 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to family liaison officers in county jails.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON
HB 1445 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments, food manager certifications, and food service programs.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RESTAURANTS | Safety | SERGIO LOPEZ FOOD ALLERGY AWARENESS ACT | SIGNS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1447 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments, food handler and food manager certifications, and food service training or education programs.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Safety | SERGIO LOPEZ FOOD ALLERGY AWARENESS ACT | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1463 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to a state plan and requirements for nursing facilities and related institutions that provide care and treatment for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes
HB 1469 88-0 (2023)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to personnel training requirements for nursing facilities and assisted living facilities that advertise an Alzheimer's care unit or memory care unit.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 1474 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to protections for pregnant and parenting students enrolled in public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 1481 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to sickle cell disease health care improvement and the sickle cell task force.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | SICKLE CELL TASK FORCE
HB 1488 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to sickle cell disease health care improvement and the sickle cell task force.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAID | SICKLE CELL TASK FORCE
HB 1490 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela | et. al.
Relating to prioritization of a pregnant individual's health when providing health care treatments; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Abortion | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | Women
HB 1491 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to authority to suspend the entry of persons from designated places.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | FEDERAL RELATIONS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 1522 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the compilation and publication of information on confirmed or probable cases of reportable diseases.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1532 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schatzline, Nate
Relating to professional liability insurance coverage for and prohibitions on the provision to certain children of procedures and treatments for gender transitioning, gender reassignment, or gender dysphoria and to the abuse of a child.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Property & Casualty | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 1562 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gámez, Erin | et. al.
Relating to a border public health initiative developed by the Department of State Health Services.
House: Health Care Reform, Select
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select
| BORDER | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1584 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leo Wilson, Terri | et. al.
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1593 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to infection prevention and control programs and other measures for communicable diseases at certain long-term care facilities; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes
HB 1664 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to a study on maternal mortality and morbidity among Black women in this state.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Interim Studies | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE | Women
HB 1665 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the reimbursement of travel expenses incurred by Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee members.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Salaries & Expenses | TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE | TRAVEL | Women
HB 1673 88-0 (2023)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to training requirements for staff members of certain assisted living facilities that provide care to persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1746 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to prohibited nonconsensual medical procedures and treatment on certain minors with intersex traits.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 1753 88-0 (2023)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to the right to assistive reproductive technology treatments and procedures, including in vitro fertilization.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFERTILITY
HB 1803 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the eligibility of certain individuals to purchase Medicare supplement benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICARE
HB 1805 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by patients with certain medical conditions.
House: Public Health Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1865 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the requirements for certain institutions and facilities that provide care and services to persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1868 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to minimum staffing standards for assisted living facilities that provide care to persons with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes
HB 1876 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the Rita Littlefield Chronic Kidney Disease Centralized Resource Center established within the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | RITA LITTLEFIELD CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE CENTRALIZED RESOURCE CENTER | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1958 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to maternal mortality and morbidity in this state and Medicaid eligibility of and coverage for certain services provided to pregnant women.
House: Health Care Reform, Select
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select
| Electronic Information Systems | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Interim Studies | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | MEDICAID | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE | Women
HB 2042 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bowers, Rhetta | et. al.
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 2079 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to the authority of pharmacists to order and furnish certain prescription drugs.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
HB 2088 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of the practice of pharmacy.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
HB 2116 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bumgarner, Ben
Relating to psychological evaluations before the provision of gender reassignment treatments and procedures.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 2151 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the establishment of a border public health multidisciplinary response team within the office of border public health.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Aliens | BORDER | BORDER HEALTH, OFFICE OF | BORDER PUBLIC HEALTH, OFFICE OF | Health--General | Health--Indigent Health Care | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2261 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the maintenance of anaphylaxis medicine by a public school.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2298 88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to family and medical leave.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--General | State Finances--Management & Control | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2328 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Relating to the medical release of certain terminally ill defendants and inmates.
House: Corrections
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Criminal Procedure--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 2356 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Ann | et. al.
Relating to a mobile stroke unit grant program.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2478 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.Sponsor: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to newborn and infant screening tests.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2495 88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, FourSponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the requirements to obtain or renew an athletic trainer license.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| ATHLETIC TRAINERS | COMMISSION OF LICENSING & REGULATION | CONTINUING EDUCATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 2509 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bernal, Diego
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Water, Agriculture and Rural Affairs
Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | FOOD | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Food Programs | LOANS
HB 2526 88-0 (2023)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | LONG-TERM CARE | MEDICAID
HB 2529 88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to written notification provided by drug manufacturers regarding the cause of generic insulin prescription drug unavailability.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| DIABETES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 2562 88-0 (2023)
Author: Plesa, Mihaela
Relating to coverage for low-THC cannabis under certain group benefit plans for governmental employees.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Retirement Systems--State Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 2587 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to eligibility for Medicaid for breast and cervical cancer.
House: Health Care Reform, Select
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select
| CANCER | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Women
HB 2594 88-0 (2023)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to requiring training in the importance of mental and physical health as a requisite for certain medical degrees.
House: Higher Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2640 88-0 (2023)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to health benefit coverage for bariatric surgery under the state employees group benefits program.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
| EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | State Employees
HB 2641 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Ann
Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for the provision of rapid whole genome sequencing to certain infants with acute or complex illnesses.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| DNA | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2727 88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the provision of home telemonitoring services under Medicaid.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Rural | HOME HEALTH CARE | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | TELEMEDICINE
HB 2748 88-0 (2023)
Author: Romero, Ramon
Relating to certain procedures concerning the welfare of prisoners confined in county jails.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | SHERIFFS
HB 2797 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for laparoscopic removal of uterine fibroids.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Women
HB 2799 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to restroom access for pregnant persons in retail establishments.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 2826 88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the establishment of a living organ donor education program.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 2873 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to a strategic plan for improving maternal health, including the consolidation and repeal of certain planning and reporting requirements.
House: Health Care Reform, Select Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2926 88-0 (2023)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits or compensation by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COVID-19 | DIVISION OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION, TEXAS DEPT. OF INSURANCE | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2927 88-0 (2023)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to quarantine leave for certain public safety employees.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| City Government--Employees/Officers | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS | Political Subdivisions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2951 88-0 (2023)
Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a service dog pilot program for certain veterans.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| Animals | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Military & Veterans | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2957 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bumgarner, Ben | et. al.
Relating to periodic occupational cancer screenings for firefighters.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Referred to Local Government
| CANCER | City Government--Employees/Officers | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Political Subdivisions
HB 2985 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Venton | et. al.
Relating to prior authorization for prescription drug benefits related to the prevention of human immunodeficiency virus infections.
House: Insurance
Withdrawn from schedule
| Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 2986 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Venton
Relating to the conduct that constitutes the use of a deadly weapon for purposes of the prosecution of the offense of aggravated assault or aggravated sexual assault.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | SEXUAL ASSAULT | Weapons
HB 2995 88-0 (2023)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to the prescribing of medical cannabis for medical use to certain veterans with combat-related injuries or medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations under the Texas Compassionate Use Program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3068 88-0 (2023)
Author: Jones, Venton
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by patients with certain medical conditions.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3150 88-0 (2023)
Author: Talarico, James
Relating to guidelines for prescribing opioid antagonists at chemical dependency facilities.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHYSICIANS
HB 3151 88-0 (2023)
Author: Schatzline, Nate
Relating to prohibited health care discrimination based on vaccination status; providing a civil penalty.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | DISCRIMINATION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 3172 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to the availability of menstrual products and lactation rooms at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Women
HB 3188 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain biomarker testing.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICAID | MEDICARE
HB 3218 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to price estimates and billing requirements for certain health care facilities.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Consumer Protection | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3226 88-0 (2023)
Author: Allison, Steve
Relating to the development and implementation of the Live Well Texas program to provide health benefit coverage to certain individuals; imposing penalties.
House: Health Care Reform, Select
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select
| COMPETITIVE BIDDING | FEDERAL RELATIONS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICAID | Purchasing--State
HB 3236 88-0 (2023)
Author: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the composition of the radiation advisory board.
House: Public Health
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| Animals | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RADIATION ADVISORY BOARD | VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF
HB 3338 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cole, Sheryl | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to measures to prevent and respond to opioid-related drug overdoses, including policies and training regarding the use of opioid antagonists, at student residences on campuses of public institutions of higher education; providing immunity.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Crimes--Drugs | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHYSICIANS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3382 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gámez, Erin | et. al.
Relating to public health laboratory testing capabilities in certain counties.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | BORDER | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3416 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kuempel, John
Relating to the eligibility of certain first responders for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder under the workers' compensation system.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Education--Higher--General | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3475 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to exemptions from COVID-19 vaccine requirements and vaccination status discrimination.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--Health & Safety | Labor--Management Relations
HB 3502 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to required health benefit plan coverage for gender transition adverse effects and reversals.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3515 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the establishment and operation of an interdisciplinary group to review services provided by home and community support services agencies.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOME HEALTH CARE
HB 3535 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by patients with certain medical conditions.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA
HB 3566 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to statewide standards for the provision of and health benefit plan coverage of substance use and addiction treatment.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3610 88-0 (2023)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to a seizure management and treatment plan for the care to be provided by a public school to a student with a seizure disorder.
House: Public Education
Laid on the table subject to call
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3715 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey | et. al.
Relating to access to all prescribed medications by residents in certain long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Aging | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Nursing Homes
HB 3719 88-0 (2023)
Author: Lozano, J. M.
Relating to the prohibition of face covering mandates by this state and political subdivisions of this state in response to the COVID-19 pandemic; providing exceptions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Political Subdivisions
HB 3724 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the maternal mental health peer support pilot program for perinatal mood and anxiety disorder.
House: Health Care Reform, Select
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 3726 88-0 (2023)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to a study on infant mortality and maternal mortality and morbidity in this state.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Interim Studies | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 3739 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the medical transportation and care for certain inmates in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RESTRAINTS | TELEMEDICINE | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | Transportation--Miscellaneous | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | Women
HB 3762 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to establishing a nutritional support grant program for certain medically fragile children.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Human Services--Food Programs | Human Services--General | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3799 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to unpaid leave for certain employees who experience a miscarriage.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--General | Women
HB 3808 88-0 (2023)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Flores, Pete
Relating to the pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome advisory council.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PEDIATRIC ACUTE-ONSET NEUROPSYCHIATRIC SYNDROME ADVISORY COUNCIL | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3912 88-0 (2023)
Author: Morales Shaw, Penny | et. al.
Relating to the applicability of health benefit plan cost-sharing requirements for prescription insulin.
House: Health Care Reform, Select
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select
| DIABETES | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 3914 88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to prohibitions on the use of grant money awarded by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas to procure or obtain organs from a hospital located in China.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Education--Higher--Finance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
HB 3976 88-0 (2023)
Author: Orr, Angelia | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Women's Health Care Consortium.
House: Health Care Reform, Select
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Human Services--Medical Assistance | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | Women
HB 4058 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to the use of opioid antagonists on the campuses of public and private schools and institutions of higher education and at or in transit to or from off-campus school events.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | VOLUNTEERS
HB 4059 88-0 (2023)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to the right to try cutting-edge treatments for patients with life-threatening or severely debilitating illnesses.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 4068 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to newborn testing for congenital cytomegalovirus.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4160 88-0 (2023)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Alzheimer's Research Collaborative of Texas.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ALZHEIMER'S RESEARCH COLLABORATIVE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 4174 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al.
Relating to qualifications for certain individuals for veterans benefits.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Military & Veterans
HB 4191 88-0 (2023)
Author: Burns, DeWayne
Relating to changes to certain long-term care facilities' essential caregiver policies and procedures.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LONG-TERM CARE | Nursing Homes
HB 4273 88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to transportation procedures for certain end stage renal disease facility patients during a declared disaster.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 4288 88-0 (2023)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to a study on the use of alternative therapies for treating post-traumatic stress disorder.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 4341 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to promoting, prescribing, administering, or dispensing prescription drugs for off-label use.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PHYSICIANS
HB 4348 88-0 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to the right to try cutting-edge treatments for patients with life-threatening or severely debilitating illnesses.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PARENTAL CONSENT
HB 4361 88-0 (2023)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for certain cancer-related treatments or items.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| CANCER | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
HB 4400 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to a cardiac arrest registry for information on the incidence and causes of cardiac arrest among certain persons; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | PHYSICIANS | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
HB 4505 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for treatment of autism spectrum disorders.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 4506 88-0 (2023)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for treatment of autism.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 4541 88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide comprehensive whole child care for children with complex medical needs.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOME HEALTH CARE | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID
HB 4583 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to the prescribing of opioids for acute pain.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 4619 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Ann
Relating to establishment of the Texas Rare Disease Advisory Council.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RARE DISEASE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4624 88-0 (2023)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to gender modification procedures and treatments for certain minors; providing a civil penalty.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4673 88-0 (2023)
Author: Flores, Lulu | et. al.
Relating to certain heat safety protections; providing administrative and civil penalties.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HEAT ILLNESS PREVENTION ADVISORY BOARD | Labor--Health & Safety | SIGNS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4715 88-0 (2023)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to the establishment of paternity and the duty to pay child support and to victim restitution or compensation for certain sexual offenses resulting in pregnancy.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Left pending in committee
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Courts--General | Family--Child Support | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PATERNITY | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 4730 88-0 (2023)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to the release or disclosure of vaccination or immunization information to certain persons; providing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4731 88-0 (2023)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to the authority of an advanced practice registered nurse to sign a health exception to an immunization requirement for school admission.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 4754 88-0 (2023)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for and prohibitions on gender transitioning procedures and treatments provided to certain individuals; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| ATTORNEY'S FEES | Courts--General | Crimes--Miscellaneous | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | PHYSICIANS | TEXAS MILLSTONE ACT
HB 4816 88-0 (2023)
Author: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the prohibited requirement of a rabies report on or quarantine of certain domesticated dogs, cats, and ferrets.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Animals | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RABIES
HB 4823 88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the provision and delivery of benefits to certain recipients under Medicaid.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
HB 4888 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hefner, ColeSponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for non-opioid treatments.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 4912 88-0 (2023)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to availability of and benefits provided under health benefit plan coverage.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 4960 88-0 (2023)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to information for the parents or guardians of pediatric cancer patients regarding risk of impaired fertility from treatment.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFERTILITY | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4989 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bhojani, Salman | et. al.
Relating to the presumption of validity for an advance directive and permissible forms of a medical power of attorney.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INCAPACITATED PERSONS
HB 5014 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gámez, Erin
Relating to the establishment of the Autism Medicaid Services Program Advisory Council to evaluate the provision of applied behavior analysis services under Medicaid.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | AUTISM MEDICAID SERVICES PROGRAM ADVISORY COUNCIL | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 5020 88-0 (2023)
Author: Gámez, Erin
Relating to the establishment of the Autism Medicaid Services Program Advisory Committee to evaluate the provision of applied behavior analysis services under Medicaid.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
HB 5027 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to prohibited governmental entity implementation or enforcement of a vaccine mandate, mask requirement, or private business or school closure to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| City Government--General | County Government--General | COVID-19 | Education--School Districts | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 5205 88-0 (2023)
Author: Neave Criado, Victoria
Relating to coverage for certain services relating to postpartum depression under the Medicaid and CHIP perinatal programs.
House: Health Care Reform, Select
Referred to Health Care Reform, Select
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HJR 114 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment recognizing the right of an individual to refuse a vaccination.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HJR 118 88-0 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Proposing a constitutional amendment to direct the legislature to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 29 88-0 (2023)
Author: Birdwell, Brian | et. al.Sponsor: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to prohibited governmental entity implementation or enforcement of a vaccine mandate, mask requirement, or private business or school closure to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/23
| City Government--General | County Government--General | COVID-19 | Education--School Districts | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 52 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the right of state hospital patients to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes | PATIENT RIGHTS & PROTECTION
SB 86 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative or controlled substance analogue of fentanyl.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 121 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, delivery, sale, and research of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with certain medical conditions and the licensing of medical cannabis organizations; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICAL CANNABIS RESEARCH ACT | MEDICAL CANNABIS RESEARCH ADVISORY BOARD | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 127 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for use by patients as the best available medical treatment, the licensing of medical cannabis dispensing organizations, and the registration of certain individuals; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 177 88-0 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | TEXAS COVID-19 VACCINE FREEDOM ACT
SB 203 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to prioritization of a pregnant individual's health when providing health care treatments; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Abortion | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | Women
SB 204 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition of employment discrimination on the basis of reproductive decisions and certain employment agreements limiting reproductive decisions.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--General | Women | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 207 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 234 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative or controlled substance analogue of fentanyl.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 241 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, CharlesSponsor: Talarico, James
Relating to written notification provided by drug manufacturers regarding the cause of generic or biosimilar insulin prescription drug unavailability.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| DIABETES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 250 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to the provision of and professional liability insurance coverage for gender transitioning or gender reassignment medical procedures and treatments for certain children.
Senate: State Affairs
Committee report printed and distributed
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Property & Casualty | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
SB 265 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to required reports of certain vaccine-related or drug-related adverse events.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | PHYSICIANS
SB 294 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the use of epinephrine auto-injectors and medication designated for treatment of respiratory distress on public and private school campuses.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VOLUNTEERS
SB 297 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to hospital patients' rights and hospital policies and procedures; providing an administrative penalty.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | PATIENT RIGHTS & PROTECTION
SB 298 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to informed consent to immunizations for children and civil liability for failure to obtain the consent.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 302 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to employer civil liability for a vaccine requirement imposed on the employer's employees.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Business & Commerce--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General
SB 303 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to discrimination by a provider participating in Medicaid or the child health plan program against an individual based on immunization status.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | IMMUNIZATIONS | MEDICAID
SB 304 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibited immunization status discrimination and vaccine mandates; authorizing administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Day Care | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--General | LONG-TERM CARE | Nursing Homes | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 305 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to vaccine administration requirements and protection of immunization exemptions for health reasons.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 308 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines; authorizing administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Education--Higher--General | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--General | LONG-TERM CARE | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 309 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to COVID-19 prevention and treatment information provided to individuals receiving a COVID-19 viral test.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 310 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to limitations on public health directives issued during a state of disaster or outbreak of a communicable disease.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 342 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 384 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the sale, design, and manufacture of clear aligners.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| DENTISTS & DENTISTRY | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 403 88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to a study on the adverse reactions and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| COVID-19 | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Interim Studies | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON
SB 412 88-0 (2023)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.Sponsor: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to protections for pregnant and parenting students enrolled in public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/23
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 413 88-0 (2023)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to protections for pregnant and parenting students enrolled in public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Referred to s/c on Higher Education by Pres
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 426 88-0 (2023)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to patient access to prescription drugs for off-label use for COVID-19 treatment.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | RIGHT TO TREAT ACT
SB 451 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to consumer protections for accident and health insurance that excludes coverage for preexisting conditions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Consumer Protection | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 493 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.Sponsor: Hefner, Cole | et. al.
Relating to qualifications for certain individuals for veterans benefits.
House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs Senate: Veteran Affairs
Effective immediately
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Military & Veterans | VETERANS COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 495 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, alpha-methylfentanyl, or any other derivative of fentanyl.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Co-author authorized
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 619 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to newborn and infant hearing screenings.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUDIOLOGISTS | BIRTHING CENTERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS AND AUDIOLOGISTS ADVISORY BOARD | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 623 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to equipment used or intended for use in testing or analyzing a controlled substance.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 626 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the affidavit form provided by the Department of State Health Services for certain immunization exemptions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 634 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to prior authorization for prescription drug benefits related to the treatment of chronic and autoimmune diseases.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 641 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of public school students.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 700 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the implementation by public schools of certain communicable disease public health orders issued by a health authority.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 773 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, TanSponsor: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to access to certain investigational drugs, biological products, and devices used in clinical trials by patients with severe chronic diseases.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICAL FREEDOM ACT | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 812 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments, food handler and food manager certifications, and food service training or education programs.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RESTAURANTS | Safety | SERGIO LOPEZ FOOD ALLERGY AWARENESS ACT | SIGNS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 842 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to health benefit coverage for bariatric surgery under the state employees group benefits program.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
| EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | State Employees
SB 852 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the content of certain biennial legislative reports on immunizations issued by the Department of State Health Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 868 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the use, possession, delivery, or manufacture of testing equipment that identifies the presence of fentanyl, or any other adulterant.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 989 88-0 (2023)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Bonnen, Greg | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain biomarker testing.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICAID | MEDICARE
SB 1024 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to preventative health care and public health, including prohibited immunization and face-covering requirements and private business or school closures.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to State Affairs
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--Health & Safety | MEDICAID | PATIENT RIGHTS & PROTECTION | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1025 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to immunization requirements and documentation, including adverse event tracking following the administration of vaccines and booster doses.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1026 88-0 (2023)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to prohibited COVID-19 vaccine mandates and vaccination status discrimination.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Courts--General | COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Education--General | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | Political Subdivisions
SB 1146 88-0 (2023)
Author: West, Royce | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the medical transportation and care for certain inmates in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/23
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RESTRAINTS | TELEMEDICINE | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | Transportation--Miscellaneous | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | Women
SB 1150 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to prior authorization for prescription drug benefits related to the treatment of chronic and autoimmune diseases.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 1176 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to an exemption from sales and use taxes for COVID-19 test kits.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Taxation--Sales
SB 1177 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to required immunizations for children and primary or secondary school students.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 1249 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the establishment of a living organ donor education program.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
SB 1277 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to health benefit coverage for certain fertility preservation services under certain health benefit plans.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFERTILITY | Insurance--Health & Accident | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 1285 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to newborn or infant testing for congenital cytomegalovirus.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1354 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the Rita Littlefield Chronic Kidney Disease Centralized Resource Center established within the Health and Human Services Commission.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | RITA LITTLEFIELD CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE CENTRALIZED RESOURCE CENTER | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 1408 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to establishment of the Texas Rare Disease Advisory Council.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RARE DISEASE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1411 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to Medicaid coverage and reimbursement for emergency outpatient dialysis treatment provided to certain individuals with end stage renal disease.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Aliens | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
SB 1506 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, BryanSponsor: Clardy, Travis
Relating to a seizure management and treatment plan for the care to be provided by a public school to a student with a seizure disorder.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1580 88-0 (2023)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the right to try cutting-edge treatments for patients with life-threatening or severely debilitating illnesses.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PARENTAL CONSENT
SB 1583 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to restricting research on potentially pandemic pathogens in this state; creating a civil penalty.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Higher--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
SB 1584 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, BobSponsor: Leach, Jeff
Relating to certain autologous and direct blood donations.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS
SB 1592 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan | et. al.Sponsor: Herrero, Abel
Relating to the composition of the radiation advisory board.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Animals | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RADIATION ADVISORY BOARD | VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF
SB 1625 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to menstrual disorders education and informational materials for public school students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Women
SB 1667 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to newborn screening.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1694 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the reimbursement rate for the provision of vagus nerve stimulation therapy system devices by certain health care providers under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID
SB 1697 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to an annual report regarding certain newborn screening tests.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1700 88-0 (2023)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to the licensing and authority of advanced practice registered nurses.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HEALTHCARE EXPANDED AND ACCESSED LOCALLY FOR TEXANS (HEAL TEXANS) ACT | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF
SB 1747 88-0 (2023)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by patients with certain medical conditions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1753 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the prohibition of certain public health mandates by governmental entities and businesses in this state.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| City Government--General | County Government--General | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Political Subdivisions
SB 1757 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the treatment of and education on sickle cell disease and the sickle cell task force.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION--HIGHER--CURRICULUM | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAID | SICKLE CELL TASK FORCE
SB 1825 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to required reportable disease training for certain health care practitioners.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CONTINUING EDUCATION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 1838 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the creation of the Alzheimer's Research Collaborative of Texas.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
SB 1885 88-0 (2023)
Author: Flores, Pete
Relating to the pediatric acute-onset neuropsychiatric syndrome advisory council.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PEDIATRIC ACUTE-ONSET NEUROPSYCHIATRIC SYNDROME ADVISORY COUNCIL | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 1952 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to advance directives and health care treatment decisions made by or on behalf of patients, including a review of those directives and decisions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS | PHYSICIANS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2133 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to emergency planning for the transportation of certain end stage renal disease facility patients during a declared disaster.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 2134 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the use of telemedicine and telehealth services in the juvenile justice system.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Left pending in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety | Minors--Juvenile Justice | TELEMEDICINE
SB 2145 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the provision and delivery of benefits to certain recipients under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
SB 2168 88-0 (2023)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to a mobile stroke unit grant program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2176 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for treatment of autism.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 2177 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to the establishment of the Autism Medicaid Services Program Advisory Committee to evaluate the provision of applied behavior analysis services under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
SB 2178 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to the establishment of the Autism Medicaid Services Program Advisory Council to evaluate the provision of applied behavior analysis services under Medicaid.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | AUTISM MEDICAID SERVICES PROGRAM ADVISORY COUNCIL | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 2223 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to establishing pilot program to offer assistance for older adults diagnosed with severe vision loss.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Aging | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--General
SB 2224 88-0 (2023)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to authorizing the issuance of a special hospital license to certain establishments.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 2241 88-0 (2023)
Author: LaMantia, Morgan
Relating to the establishment of a higher education plan for human papillomavirus education and prevention.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HUMAN PAPILLOMA VIRUS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2360 88-0 (2023)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide comprehensive whole child care for children with complex medical needs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOME HEALTH CARE | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID
SB 2455 88-0 (2023)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by patients with certain medical conditions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHYSICIANS
SB 2466 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the capacity of certain minors to consent to examination and postpartum or contraception-related medical treatment.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 2471 88-0 (2023)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Workers' Compensation
SJR 66 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Proposing a constitutional amendment guaranteeing the right of individuals to refuse medical treatments and to access public accommodations.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SJR 84 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Proposing a constitutional amendment recognizing the right of an individual to refuse a vaccination.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HB 13 88-1 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 14 88-1 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to the authority to suspend entry into this state of certain persons.
Filed
| Aliens | COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMIGRATION LAW | TEXAS TITLE 42 ACT
HB 20 88-1 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | TEXAS COVID-19 VACCINE FREEDOM ACT
HB 11 88-2 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to the authority to suspend entry into this state of certain persons.
Filed
| Aliens | COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMIGRATION LAW | TEXAS TITLE 42 ACT
HB 15 88-2 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | TEXAS COVID-19 VACCINE FREEDOM ACT
HB 22 88-2 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to abortion, including civil liability for distribution of abortion-inducing drugs and duties of Internet service providers; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a private civil right of action.
Filed
| Abortion | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | WOMEN AND CHILD SAFETY ACT
HB 29 88-2 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 44 88-2 (2023)
Author: Troxclair, Ellen
Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the southern border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity and public health threats; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.
Filed
| Aliens | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BORDER | BORDER PROTECTION UNIT | BORDER PROTECTION UNIT ACT | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Crimes--Miscellaneous | FEDERAL RELATIONS | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MAGISTRATES | MEXICO | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Finances--Management & Control | TRESPASS
HB 67 88-2 (2023)
Author: Flores, Lulu | et. al.
Relating to certain heat safety protections; providing administrative and civil penalties.
Filed
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HEAT ILLNESS PREVENTION ADVISORY BOARD | Labor--Health & Safety | SIGNS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 7 88-3 (2023)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting a private employer from adopting or enforcing certain COVID-19 vaccine mandates; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 16 88-3 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | TEXAS COVID-19 VACCINE FREEDOM ACT
HB 22 88-3 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to the authority to suspend entry into this state of certain persons.
Filed
| Aliens | COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMIGRATION LAW | IMMUNIZATIONS | TEXAS TITLE 42 ACT
HB 65 88-3 (2023)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | TEXAS COVID-19 VACCINE FREEDOM ACT
HB 75 88-3 (2023)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity, and public health threats and the establishment of the Border Protection Unit; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.
Filed
| Aliens | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BORDER | BORDER PROTECTION UNIT | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | FEDERAL RELATIONS | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MAGISTRATES | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Finances--Management & Control | TRESPASS
HB 84 88-3 (2023)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT
HB 85 88-3 (2023)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity, and public health threats and the establishment of the Border Protection Unit; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.
Filed
| Aliens | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BORDER | BORDER PROTECTION UNIT | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | DNA | FEDERAL RELATIONS | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Law Enforcement | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MAGISTRATES | MEXICO | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING | State Finances--Management & Control | TRESPASS
HB 86 88-3 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 87 88-3 (2023)
Author: Leo Wilson, Terri
Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity, and public health threats and the establishment of the Border Protection Unit; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.
Filed
| Aliens | ATTORNEY GENERAL | BORDER | BORDER PROTECTION UNIT | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | DNA | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | Legislature | MAGISTRATES | MEXICO | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Finances--Management & Control | TRESPASS
HB 88 88-3 (2023)
Author: Leo Wilson, Terri
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | TEXAS COVID-19 VACCINE FREEDOM ACT
HB 91 88-3 (2023)
Author: Spiller, David
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | TEXAS COVID-19 VACCINE FREEDOM ACT
HB 140 88-3 (2023)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to the establishment of the Neurodegenerative Disease Advisory Committee.
Filed
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TEXAS COUNCIL ON ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE AND RELATED DISORDERS
SB 7 88-3 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.Sponsor: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting a private employer from adopting or enforcing certain COVID-19 vaccine mandates; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES | PHYSICIANS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 13 88-3 (2023)
Author: Middleton, Mayes
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | TEXAS COVID-19 VACCINE FREEDOM ACT
SB 41 88-3 (2023)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines; authorizing administrative penalties.
Filed
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--General | LONG-TERM CARE | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 32 88-4 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to the authority to suspend entry into this state of certain persons.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | TEXAS TITLE 42 ACT | TRAVEL
HB 34 88-4 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to prohibiting a private employer from adopting or enforcing COVID-19 vaccine mandates; authorizing an administrative penalty.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--Management Relations
HB 35 88-4 (2023)
Author: Harrison, Brian
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | TEXAS COVID-19 VACCINE FREEDOM ACT
HB 37 88-4 (2023)
Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al.
Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity, and public health threats and the establishment of the Border Protection Unit; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.
Filed
| Aliens | BORDER | BORDER PROTECTION UNIT | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | DNA | FEDERAL RELATIONS | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Law Enforcement | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MAGISTRATES | MEXICO | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Finances--Management & Control | TRESPASS
HB 67 88-4 (2023)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| AGRICULTURE, COMMISSIONER OF | ATTORNEY GENERAL | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PERMITS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 88 88-4 (2023)
Author: Flores, Lulu
Relating to workplace heat illness prevention, including the creation of a heat illness prevention advisory board; imposing administrative penalties.
Filed
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HEAT ILLNESS PREVENTION ADVISORY BOARD | Labor--Health & Safety | SIGNS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 3 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burrows, DustinSponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the authority of the legislature, governor, and certain political subdivisions with respect to disasters, including pandemic disasters, and emergencies.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Senate appoints conferees-reported
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Political Subdivisions | SECRETARY OF STATE | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Taxation--Property-Tax Rate | TEXAS PANDEMIC RESPONSE ACT
HB 15 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to the creation of the Texas brain university research initiative.
House: Higher Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | BRAIN INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | DELL MEDICAL SCHOOL AT THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Finances--Appropriations | Taxation--Sales | TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER AT EL PASO | UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT FT. WORTH | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SAN ANTONIO | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT TYLER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
HB 34 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to presumptive coverage for first responders that contract COVID-19.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| COVID-19 | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 40 87-0 (2021)
Author: Talarico, James | et. al.
Relating to a cap on the monthly price of insulin and insulin supplies.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| DIABETES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 43 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with certain eligible medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations; changing a fee.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 47 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to presumptive coverage for school district employees that contract COVID-19.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| COVID-19 | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 74 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to manufacturer disclosure of cosmetic ingredients; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Business & Commerce--General | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Safety
HB 82 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to pricing of and health benefit plan cost-sharing requirements for prescription insulin.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| DIABETES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 94 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by qualifying patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations and testing facilities; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 119 87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting organ transplant recipient discrimination on the basis of certain disabilities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Disabilities, Persons with | DISCRIMINATION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS
HB 126 87-0 (2021)
Author: Minjarez, Ina
Relating to an exception to the application of the offense of possessing or delivering drug paraphernalia for persons involved in certain pilot programs.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HONORABLE RUTH JONES MCCLENDON ACT
HB 136 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to the confidentiality and reporting of certain information on maternal mortality to the Department of State Health Services and to a work group establishing a maternal mortality and morbidity data registry.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE | Women
HB 209 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to a franchise tax credit for entities that establish a grocery store or healthy corner store in a food desert.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | FOOD | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Taxation--Franchise
HB 324 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Computational Health Research Institute.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | TEXAS COMPUTATIONAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
HB 325 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 369 87-0 (2021)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to the statute of limitations for aggravated assaults involving communicable diseases.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 396 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of nurses for workers' compensation benefits for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and payment of those benefits.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COVID-19 | EMPLOYMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Workers' Compensation | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
HB 413 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Relating to disclosure requirements of certain facilities that provide care for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 420 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the establishment of a task force on maternal mortality in African American women.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY IN AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN, TASK FORCE ON | Women
HB 428 87-0 (2021)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for ovarian cancer testing and screening.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Women
HB 464 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 473 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting organ transplant recipient discrimination on the basis of certain disabilities.
House: Public Health
No action taken in committee
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS
HB 508 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of preexisting conditions.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 516 87-0 (2021)
Author: Beckley, Michelle
Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of public school students.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 551 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to reports on the prevalence of eating disorders and eating disorder-related deaths in this state.
House: Public Health
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Interim Studies | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 591 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of public school students.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 609 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for laparoscopic removal of uterine fibroids.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Women
HB 637 87-0 (2021)
Author: Canales, Terry | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 673 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria | et. al.
Relating to limitations on pelvic examinations; authorizing disciplinary action, including an administrative penalty.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Women
HB 698 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to a prohibition of employment discrimination on the basis of reproductive decisions and certain employment agreements limiting reproductive decisions.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--General | Women
HB 699 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to public school attendance requirements for students diagnosed with or undergoing related treatment for severe or life-threatening illnesses.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RILEY'S RULE
HB 714 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 726 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to prohibited nonconsensual medical procedures and treatment on certain minors with intersex traits.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 727 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a border public health initiative by the Department of State Health Services.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| BORDER | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PROMOTORAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 728 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to public health laboratory testing capabilities in certain counties.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| BORDER | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PROMOTORAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 780 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a bone marrow donor recruitment program.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 786 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to required cardiopulmonary resuscitation training for telecommunicators.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 797 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to the possession and administration of certain vaccines by a home and community support services agency or its employees.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOME HEALTH CARE | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 809 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with post-traumatic stress disorder and the licensing of medical cannabis dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 847 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to warning labels for opioid prescription drugs.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
HB 858 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the carcinogenic risk level used in the development of certain environmental remediation benchmarks.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 881 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to the duration of laboratory support for testing of vector-borne infectious diseases in border counties.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BORDER | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 888 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to regulation of contact tracing for communicable diseases; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Science & Technology | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 892 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to the right of certain facility residents to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes
HB 907 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Julie | et. al.
Relating to prior authorization for prescription drug benefits related to the treatment of autoimmune diseases.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 1001 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by certain patients with post-traumatic stress disorder under the Texas Compassionate Use Act.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1052 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for breast cancer patients.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | ORTHOTICS & ORTHOTISTS | PROSTHETISTS & PROSTHETICS
HB 1108 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of an individual to be issued a license to operate as a dispensing organization under the Texas Compassionate-Use Act, or to act as a director, manager, or employee of a dispensing organization, based on a criminal history background check.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Crimes--Drugs | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1109 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex | et. al.
Relating to the use of medical cannabis by veterans for post-traumatic stress disorder and the licensing of associated cultivating or dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HISTORICALLY UNDERUTILIZED BUSINESSES | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Military & Veterans | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1148 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to prohibiting the Texas Department of Criminal Justice from charging an inmate a fee for health care.
House: Corrections
Referred to Corrections
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1161 87-0 (2021)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to a report on state actions to prevent chemical dependency facilities from engaging in certain prohibited solicitation practices.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | ATTORNEY GENERAL | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1164 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to patient safety practices regarding placenta accreta spectrum disorder.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | PERINATAL ADVISORY COUNCIL | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE | Women
HB 1221 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to communicable disease and infection prevention and control measures for certain long-term care facilities; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LONG-TERM CARE | Nursing Homes
HB 1222 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the compilation and publication of information on confirmed or probable cases of reportable diseases.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1223 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to minimum standards for staffing at assisted living facilities that provide care to persons with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes
HB 1233 87-0 (2021)
Author: Crockett, Jasmine
Relating to prescribing low-THC cannabis under the Texas Compassionate Use Program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHYSICIANS
HB 1234 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the duties of the Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| COVID-19 | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | TASK FORCE ON INFECTIOUS DISEASE PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE
HB 1270 87-0 (2021)
Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al.
Relating to the practice of chiropractic.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1323 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to a state plan and requirements for nursing facilities to provide care for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes
HB 1356 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for cancer patients.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | ORTHOTICS & ORTHOTISTS | PROSTHETISTS & PROSTHETICS
HB 1399 87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to professional liability insurance coverage for and prohibitions on the provision to certain children of procedures and treatments for gender transitioning, gender reassignment, or gender dysphoria.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Property & Casualty | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 1406 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to judicial review of certain orders regarding a declared state of disaster or public health disaster or issued to prevent the spread of a communicable disease.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Courts--General | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1409 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the distribution of emergency health resources by the state.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| County Government--General | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 1498 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 1535 87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by patients with certain medical conditions and the establishment of compassionate-use institutional review boards to evaluate and approve proposed research programs to study the medical use of low-THC cannabis in the treatment of certain patients.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1539 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to warning signs posted by certain food service establishments that prepare food items containing peanut products.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Business & Commerce--General | FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1582 87-0 (2021)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the placement of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or dementia in health care facilities and correctional facilities.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 1584 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the authority of an providers right to redispense.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS
HB 1667 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to a limit on cost-sharing requirements imposed by a health benefit plan for certain prescription insulin.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| DIABETES | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 1687 87-0 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to unlawful employment practices with respect to the COVID-19 vaccine.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations
HB 1701 87-0 (2021)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to pricing of and health benefit plan cost-sharing requirements for prescription insulin.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1742 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.
Relating to the practice of dentistry and the provision of teledentistry dental services.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| DENTAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF | DENTISTS & DENTISTRY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAID | Minors--Health & Safety | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | TELEMEDICINE
HB 1747 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lozano, J. M. | et. al.
Relating to a recommendation by the COVID-19 Expert Vaccine Allocation Panel to prioritize first responders in vaccine allocation and distribution.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| COVID-19 | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Fire Fighters & Police--Volunteer | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1802 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dominguez, Alex | et. al.Sponsor: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to a study on the use of alternative therapies for treating post-traumatic stress disorder.
House: Public Health Senate: Veteran Affairs
Effective immediately
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1872 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gates, Gary
Relating to the use of certain disease detection devices in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| COVID-19 | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1907 87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the establishment of a statewide all payor claims database to increase public transparency of health care data and improve quality of health care in this state.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON
HB 1914 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schofield, MikeSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the civil liability of a children's isolation unit in a hospital.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1922 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to a state plan for responding to pandemics.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1923 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to a study and report by a public institution of higher education on local and state supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and ERCOT power outages.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Business & Commerce--General | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Energy--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Labor--General | Utilities--Electric
HB 1935 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to emergency refills of insulin and insulin-related equipment or supplies.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| DIABETES | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
HB 1966 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the designation of July as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month.
House: Public Health Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/21
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Holidays | Women
HB 1967 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to a database of information about women with uterine fibroids and to uterine fibroid education and research.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 1982 87-0 (2021)
Author: Pacheco, Leo
Relating to the prescription and dispensing of medical cannabis; requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
HB 1991 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the maternal mental health peer support pilot program for perinatal mood and anxiety disorder.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2073 87-0 (2021)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.Sponsor: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Relating to quarantine leave for fire fighters, peace officers, detention officers, and emergency medical technicians employed by, appointed by, or elected for a political subdivision.
House: County Affairs Senate: Local Government
Effective immediately
| City Government--Employees/Officers | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | SICK LEAVE
HB 2096 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to an assessment of certain public health data reporting systems and implementation of public health data reporting requirements.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2117 87-0 (2021)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the prescribing of controlled substances and dangerous drugs for acute pain.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2121 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the personal needs allowance for certain Medicaid recipients who are residents of long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | LONG-TERM CARE | MEDICAID
HB 2130 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to the determination of whether work is suitable for an individual for the purpose of determining the individual's unemployment compensation benefit eligibility.
House: Business & Industry
Placed on General State Calendar
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Unemployment
HB 2180 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe
Relating to the authority granted under and form of a medical power of attorney.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
HB 2211 87-0 (2021)
Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to in-person visitation with hospital patients during certain periods of disaster.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital
HB 2241 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the definition of emergency care for purposes of certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2250 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Julie | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for colon cancer screening for certain individuals.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2252 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to prohibitions on the use of grant money awarded by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas to procure or obtain organs from a hospital located in China.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS | PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA
HB 2271 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, John
Relating to a state plan for responding to pandemics.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 2312 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to an immunization rate tracking system for employees and residents of certain long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aging | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | LONG-TERM CARE | Nursing Homes
HB 2316 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, John
Relating to a COVID-19 vaccine public awareness campaign.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2333 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of the home nursing visitation for newborn caregivers competitive grant program.
House: Public Health
Received from the House
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Women
HB 2385 87-0 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to testing discharged or released inmates for communicable diseases and any life-threatening diseases or conditions.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 2400 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to public health laboratory testing capabilities in certain counties.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BORDER | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2527 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to a highly contagious communicable disease health and safety plan prepared by a school district.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2538 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, John
Relating to the Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TASK FORCE ON INFECTIOUS DISEASE PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE
HB 2566 87-0 (2021)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Relating to newborn and infant hearing screenings.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUDIOLOGISTS | BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2598 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared
Relating to the eligibility of a first responder for workers' compensation benefits for post-traumatic stress disorder.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2636 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lopez, Ray
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of at-home diagnostic medical devices.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2693 87-0 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to the provision of and professional liability insurance coverage for gender transitioning or gender reassignment medical procedures and treatments for certain children.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--General | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
HB 2725 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey | et. al.
Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for using certain materially false or misleading statements in the commission of the offense of fraudulent use or possession of identifying information.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--Sentencing & Punishment | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 2729 87-0 (2021)
Author: Slaton, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to in-person visitation of an immediate family member or religious counsel with seriously ill or dying hospital patients and facility residents.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | Nursing Homes | Religion
HB 2770 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to restrictions on the admission of and care provided to individuals by certain nursing facilities during a public health emergency.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| COVID-19 | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 2774 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz
Relating to the reimbursement of residents of public housing authorities for certain losses resulting from a disaster.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Housing--Finance | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 2782 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dean, Jay | et. al.
Relating to businesses' civil liability for COVID-19 exposure.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Business & Commerce--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 2856 87-0 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al.
Relating to provider discrimination against a Medicaid recipient or child health plan program enrollee based on immunization status.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| DISCRIMINATION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | IMMUNIZATIONS | MEDICAID
HB 2861 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to the exclusion of certain medical facilities from load shedding participation during a rolling blackout.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
HB 2897 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to the right of certain facility residents to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes
HB 2902 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a task force to study factors contributing to disproportionate COVID-19 outcomes.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| COVID-19 | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 2968 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cason, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to informed consent to immunizations for children.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2984 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Julie | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for treatment of autism.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3028 87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to vaccination requirements for health benefit plans or insurance policies provided to business entities.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--General | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Property & Casualty
HB 3043 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of individuals with a prior diagnosis of COVID-19.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3044 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to certain criminal history record information obtained by certain facilities and private agencies on behalf of facilities.
House: Human Services
Received from the House
| CRIMINAL RECORDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 3058 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to health education requirements in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, STATE BOARD OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3146 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to a study and report by the Health and Human Services Commission on the continuity of home health services during the COVID-19 pandemic.
House: Human Services
No action taken in committee
| COVID-19 | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOME HEALTH CARE
HB 3161 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of community paramedicine programs to coordinate health care services and improve health care provision.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| City Government--General | County Government--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 3202 87-0 (2021)
Author: Meza, Thresa "Terry"
Relating to a study on the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on art organizations in this state.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
| Arts & Humanities | ARTS, TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 3218 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of abortion, including information regarding perinatal palliative care and prohibiting discriminatory abortions; authorizing disciplinary action; providing a civil remedy; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Abortion | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREBORN NONDISCRIMINATION ACT | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3222 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to claiming an exemption from required immunizations for school students.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3233 87-0 (2021)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and hospital districts of disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
| BEXAR COUNTY | DALLAS COUNTY | EL PASO COUNTY | HARRIS COUNTY | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | NUECES COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital | TRAVIS COUNTY | WEBB COUNTY
HB 3306 87-0 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure of certain information regarding the occurrence of communicable diseases in residential facilities.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes
HB 3366 87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, StephanieSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to authorizing the electronic transmission of certain communications related to the prevention of communicable diseases.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| DIGITAL SIGNATURES | Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3369 87-0 (2021)
Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria | et. al.
Relating to the capacity of minors to consent to contraception-related examination or medical treatment.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | Women
HB 3447 87-0 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to certain procedures concerning the welfare of prisoners confined in county jails.
House: County Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | SHERIFFS
HB 3562 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to the creation of the Texas Public Health Crisis and Pandemic Council.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Governor | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS AND PANDEMIC COUNCIL, TEXAS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 3579 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the university advisory committee of and procedure for making awards by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
HB 3588 87-0 (2021)
Author: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for colorectal cancer early detection.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3631 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to statewide standards for the provision of substance use and addiction treatment.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3653 87-0 (2021)
Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Relating to matching private grants given to enhance additional research activities at public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
HB 3659 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to liability for certain claims arising during a pandemic or other disaster or emergency.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Day Care | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--School Districts | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS
HB 3672 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Relating to the eligibility for Medicaid of persons diagnosed with sickle cell disease.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
HB 3673 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a sickle cell disease registry.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3711 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to including medically fragile individuals in the Texas Division of Emergency Management's emergency assistance registry for wellness checks during certain emergencies.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Electronic Information Systems | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 3722 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin | et. al.
Relating to training materials for contact tracers and case investigators for public health disasters and other public health emergencies.
House: Public Health
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3738 87-0 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the establishment of a higher education plan for human papillomavirus education and prevention.
House: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3739 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to outreach campaigns conducted by the Department of State Health Services during certain public health disasters.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3742 87-0 (2021)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition on the use of genetic information gathered from direct-to-consumer genetic tests by a long-term care benefit plan issuer or a life insurance company.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| DNA | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--General | Insurance--Life & Annuities
HB 3747 87-0 (2021)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to liability of health care providers for certain claims arising during a disaster or emergency.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 3748 87-0 (2021)
Author: Smith, Reggie
Relating to liability of health care providers for certain claims arising during a pandemic.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 3760 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to information regarding perinatal palliative care, regulation of abortion, and the availability of certain defenses to prosecution for homicide and assault offenses; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Abortion | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Crimes--Against Persons--General | DISCRIMINATION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS | PREBORN NONDISCRIMINATION ACT
HB 3780 87-0 (2021)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to renewal of a state of disaster declared to address a communicable disease.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Legislature
HB 3816 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hunter, Todd
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 3863 87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to exemptions from licensing requirements to operate an end stage renal disease facility.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 3920 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dean, JaySponsor: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to an application to vote early by mail on the grounds of disability or confinement for childbirth.
House: Elections Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/21
| Elections--Early Voting | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 3922 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to information provided by health care providers and hospitals to certain patients regarding pharmaceutical manufacturer patient assistance programs for insulin.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| DIABETES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals
HB 3951 87-0 (2021)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain tests to detect prostate cancer.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3965 87-0 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to requiring an emergency operation plan for continued treatment of patients in an end stage renal disease facility in the event of a disaster and the prioritization of power restoration for those facilities during certain disasters.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--General
HB 3998 87-0 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to a political subdivision's authority to deny or limit access to dying members of an individual's family.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Political Subdivisions
HB 4000 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to a cardiac arrest registry for information on the incidence and causes of cardiac arrest among certain persons; providing an administrative penalty.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | PHYSICIANS | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
HB 4015 87-0 (2021)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the Rita Littlefield Chronic Kidney Disease Centralized Resource Center established within the Health and Human Services Commission.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE TASK FORCE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4080 87-0 (2021)
Author: Jetton, JaceySponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to issuance of autism awareness specialty license plates.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LICENSE PLATES | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 4125 87-0 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to state and local government responses to disasters.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Business & Commerce--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Legislature | Political Subdivisions | STATE AGENCIES' RULES
HB 4132 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campos, Liz | et. al.
Relating to emergency generators or other power sources in end stage renal disease facilities.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Energy--Fuel Storage | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Utilities--Electric
HB 4140 87-0 (2021)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to issues affecting counties and certain other governmental entities and residents.
House: County Affairs
Received from the House
| County Government--Finance | County Government--General | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | HARRIS COUNTY | HARRIS COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | SAM RAYBURN RESERVOIR | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital
HB 4197 87-0 (2021)
Author: Slaton, Bryan
Relating to limitations on public health directives issued during a state of disaster or outbreak of a communicable disease.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Aliens | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 4225 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to emergency generators or other power sources in end stage renal disease facilities.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Energy--Fuel Storage | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | Utilities--Electric
HB 4241 87-0 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to the contract terms of certain grants awarded by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 4301 87-0 (2021)
Author: Dean, Jay | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Governor | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 4304 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schaefer, Matt
Relating to information regarding perinatal palliative care.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Abortion | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 4307 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to coverage for low-THC cannabis under certain group benefit plans for governmental employees.
House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MARIHUANA | Retirement Systems--State Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers
HB 4310 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John | et. al.
Relating to establishing a nutritional support grant program for certain medically fragile children.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Direct Assistance | Human Services--Food Programs | Human Services--General | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4311 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bucy III, John
Relating to establishing an assistance program to provide certain health care services to certain medically fragile children.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4342 87-0 (2021)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and hospital districts of disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| BEXAR COUNTY | County Government--General | DALLAS COUNTY | HARRIS COUNTY | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital | TRAVIS COUNTY
HB 4393 87-0 (2021)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey | et. al.
Relating to disaster relief and recovery.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Unemployment | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | State Finances--Appropriations | TEXAS RESCUE PLAN | Utilities--Electric | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 4408 87-0 (2021)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to provision of an opioid antagonist to a person who is filling a prescription for an opioid medication.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHYSICIANS
HB 4488 87-0 (2021)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Relating to legislative review of certain state agency rules.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Legislature | STATE AGENCIES' RULES
HB 4529 87-0 (2021)
Author: Longoria, Oscar | et. al.
Relating to the provision of home dialysis care by a dialysis technician.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | REGISTERED NURSES
HB 4671 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Ann | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide telemedicine medical services to certain cancer patients receiving pain management services and supportive palliative care.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CANCER | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS | TELEMEDICINE | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER
HCR 86 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, JarvisSponsor: Miles, Borris
Expressing support for equitable access to transformative therapies for sickle cell disease.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Signed by the Governor
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HJR 5 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds and the dedication of bond proceeds to the Brain Institute of Texas established to fund brain research in this state.
House: Higher Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BONDS | BRAIN INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Taxation--Sales
HJR 11 87-0 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HJR 28 87-0 (2021)
Author: Larson, Lyle
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HJR 46 87-0 (2021)
Author: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a right for residents of certain facilities to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HJR 153 87-0 (2021)
Author: Landgraf, Brooks
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for legislative review or approval of certain state agency rules adopted in response to a threat to public health, safety, or welfare.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Legislature | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | STATE AGENCIES' RULES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Admin. Procedure
SB 6 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to liability for certain claims arising during a pandemic or disaster related to a pandemic.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Day Care | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Higher--General | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--School Districts | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS
SB 22 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
House: Business & Industry Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Governor | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 25 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Relating to the right of certain residents to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes
SB 53 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to limitations on pelvic examinations; authorizing disciplinary action, including an administrative penalty.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Women
SB 74 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the contract terms of certain grants awarded by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 76 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to a limit on cost-sharing requirements imposed by a health benefit plan for certain prescription insulin.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| DIABETES | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 79 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to a report by a school authority of a communicable disease during a declared state of disaster.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--School Districts | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 90 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by qualifying patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations and testing facilities; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 107 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 115 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to public health laboratory testing capabilities in certain counties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| BORDER | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PROMOTORAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 116 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a border public health initiative by the Department of State Health Services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| BORDER | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PROMOTORAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 137 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to limitations on pelvic examinations; authorizing disciplinary action, including an administrative penalty.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Women
SB 138 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of public school students.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 147 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the maternal mental health peer support pilot program for perinatal mood and anxiety disorder.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 166 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a limit on cost-sharing requirements imposed by a health benefit plan for certain prescription insulin.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS
SB 184 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to reports on the prevalence of eating disorders and eating disorder-related deaths in this state.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Interim Studies | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 239 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, BeverlySponsor: Collier, Nicole
Relating to the provision of educational materials regarding disease prevention during a disaster.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 250 87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients for whom a physician determines medical use is the best available treatment for the patient's medical condition or symptoms and the licensing of medical cannabis dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 256 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to requiring school districts to employ certain educators who retired or resigned because of the coronavirus disease pandemic.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COVID-19 | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 257 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to personal leave provided for a public school employee who tests positive for certain diseases.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 264 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Research Consortium to Cure Infectious Diseases (TRANSCEND); authorizing the issuance of bonds.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | RESEARCH CONSORTIUM TO CURE INFECTIOUS DISEASES, TEXAS | Science & Technology | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
SB 267 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the right of certain facility residents to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes
SB 276 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to notice of an infectious disease occurring in an animal shelter and the quarantine of certain infectious animals at the shelter.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Animals | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 277 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of epinephrine auto-injectors for certain individuals.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Life, Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 292 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to supportive palliative care services.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance
SB 293 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the practice of chiropractic.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 327 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by certain patients with post-traumatic stress disorder under the Texas Compassionate Use Act.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 358 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to a franchise tax credit for entities that establish a grocery store or healthy corner store in a food desert.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | FOOD | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Taxation--Franchise
SB 367 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the requirements for an application for a permit to drill an oil or gas well at a site adjacent to a well blowout site.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
House passage as amended reported
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Environment--Air | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Safety
SB 371 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to matching private grants given to enhance additional research activities at public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Finance | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
SB 375 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to required cardiopulmonary resuscitation training for certain telecommunicators.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 383 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.Sponsor: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Relating to disclosure requirements of certain facilities that provide care for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | PUBLIC NOTICE
SB 433 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the eligibility of nurses for workers' compensation benefits for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and payment of those benefits.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COVID-19 | EMPLOYMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Workers' Compensation | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
SB 435 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a state plan for responding to pandemics.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 436 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of preexisting conditions including COVID-19.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 439 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the eligibility of nurses for workers' compensation benefits for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and payment of those benefits.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COVID-19 | EMPLOYMENT COMMISSION, TEXAS | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Workers' Compensation | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
SB 453 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to a study and report by the comptroller on local and state supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Business & Commerce--General | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--General
SB 463 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Governor | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 464 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Lopez, Ray
Relating to reports on deaths from reportable and other communicable diseases to county health authorities and health departments.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| County Government--General | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS
SB 468 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 527 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to certain claims for benefits, compensation, or assistance by certain public safety employees and survivors of certain public safety employees.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Governor | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 536 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the capacity of certain minors to consent to examination and postpartum or contraception-related medical treatment.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 572 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: White, James | et. al.
Relating to in-person visitation of religious counselors with certain health care facility patients and residents during a public health emergency.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | Nursing Homes | Religion
SB 578 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to a prohibition of employment discrimination on the basis of reproductive decisions and certain employment agreements limiting reproductive decisions.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--General | Women
SB 580 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to newborn and infant hearing screenings.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUDIOLOGISTS | BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS COMMISSION OF | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL CONSENT | SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 636 87-0 (2021)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Relating to requirements for and the transparency of epidemiological reports and certain immunization exemption information and reports.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 809 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to health care institution reporting of federal money received for the coronavirus disease public health emergency.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 816 87-0 (2021)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to the possession and administration of certain vaccines by a home and community support services agency or its employees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 827 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan cost-sharing requirements for prescription insulin.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| DIABETES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 882 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the disclosure of certain information regarding the occurrence of communicable diseases in residential facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes | Open Records
SB 923 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to open government.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | Open Meetings | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information | TELECONFERENCING | VIDEOCONFERENCING
SB 930 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.Sponsor: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to the disclosure of certain information regarding the occurrence of communicable diseases in residential facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information
SB 966 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to legislative oversight during a public health disaster or public health emergency, including the establishment of a legislative public health oversight board.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LEGISLATIVE PUBLIC HEALTH OVERSIGHT BOARD | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 968 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to public health disaster and public health emergency preparedness and response; providing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Business & Commerce--General | COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Legislature | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | OFFICE OF CHIEF STATE EPIDEMIOLOGIST | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 969 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to reporting procedures for and information concerning public health disasters and to certain public health studies; providing a civil penalty.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | INTERNET | OFFICE OF CHIEF STATE EPIDEMIOLOGIST | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 970 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Shaheen, Matt
Relating to the repeal of certain provisions related to health and human services.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| DENTAL SERVICES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--General | IMMUNIZATIONS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 984 87-0 (2021)
Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to public health disaster and public health emergency preparedness and response, including the operation of the Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TASK FORCE ON INFECTIOUS DISEASE PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSE
SB 1017 87-0 (2021)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to prohibiting organ transplant recipient discrimination on the basis of certain disabilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | DISCRIMINATION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS
SB 1028 87-0 (2021)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Smithee, John | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for colorectal cancer early detection.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1037 87-0 (2021)
Author: Whitmire, John
Relating to the definition of emergency care for purposes of certain health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1049 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to demonstration programs for childhood obesity and chronic disease prevention in certain border counties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BORDER | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | OBESITY | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1050 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to health professional continuing education to address communicable and other diseases in border counties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BORDER | CONTINUING EDUCATION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1085 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to the designation of July as Uterine Fibroids Awareness Month.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Holidays | Women
SB 1086 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to a database of information about women with uterine fibroids and to uterine fibroid education and research.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
SB 1135 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a statewide all payor claims database to store publicly accessible information.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON
SB 1173 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of abortion, including information regarding perinatal palliative care and prohibiting discriminatory abortions; authorizing disciplinary action; providing a civil remedy; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Abortion | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREBORN NONDISCRIMINATION ACT | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1201 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to in-person visitation of religious counsel with seriously ill or dying hospital patients and facility residents.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | Religion
SB 1306 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the creation of a COVID-19 Health Equity Task Force and state agency response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COVID-19 | COVID-19 HEALTH EQUITY TASK FORCE | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1310 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to informed consent to immunizations for children.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1311 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of and professional liability insurance coverage for gender transitioning or gender reassignment medical procedures and treatments for certain children.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--General | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
SB 1312 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to provider discrimination against a Medicaid recipient or child health plan program enrollee based on immunization status.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| DISCRIMINATION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | IMMUNIZATIONS | MEDICAID
SB 1313 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the right to choose and refuse medical treatment and control measures and to the imposition of isolation or quarantine control measures.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1348 87-0 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Computational Health Research Institute.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | TEXAS COMPUTATIONAL HEALTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN
SB 1353 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the content of certain immunization records and of certain biennial legislative reports on immunizations issued by the Department of State Health Services.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1381 87-0 (2021)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to advance directives and health care and treatment decisions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Ethics | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS | SUPREME COURT
SB 1396 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to end stage renal disease center response to natural and manmade disasters and other emergency conditions.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| City Government--Utilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | Utilities--Electric
SB 1397 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, JuanSponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to regional protocols and processes for patient transfers and related services within the geographic area served by certain trauma service area regional advisory councils.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| BORDER | GULF OF MEXICO | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PATIENT RIGHTS & PROTECTION | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1401 87-0 (2021)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to quarantine leave for fire fighters, peace officers, and emergency medical technicians employed by, appointed by, or elected for a political subdivision.
Senate: Local Government
Left pending in committee
| City Government--Employees/Officers | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | SICK LEAVE
SB 1428 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the applicability of the exemptions in the event of a disaster from certain limitations on the ad valorem tax rate of a taxing unit.
House: Ways & Means Senate: Local Government
Referred to Ways & Means
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Taxation--Property-Appraisals & Appraisal Districts | Taxation--Property-Assessment & Collection | Taxation--Property-Exemptions | Taxation--Property-Tax Rate
SB 1440 87-0 (2021)
Author: Campbell, Donna
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis by veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder under the Texas Compassionate Use Act.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans
SB 1477 87-0 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the establishment of a higher education plan for human papillomavirus education and prevention.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1484 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to certain Department of State Health Services procurements for communicable disease data collection and investigations.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUDITOR, STATE | COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Electronic Information Systems | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Purchasing--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1489 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of information regarding COVID-19 prevention and treatment to individuals receiving a COVID-19 viral test.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1520 87-0 (2021)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to the establishment of the home nursing visitation for newborn caregivers competitive grant program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Women
SB 1539 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain tests to detect prostate cancer.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1568 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to exemptions from licensing requirements to operate an end stage renal disease facility.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 1616 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bettencourt, PaulSponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to powers and duties of governmental entities during a public health disaster; providing civil penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 1625 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.
Relating to minimum standards for end stage renal disease facilities regarding treatment provided during certain disasters.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 1647 87-0 (2021)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to information regarding perinatal palliative care, regulation of abortion, and the availability of certain defenses to prosecution for homicide and assault offenses; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Abortion | ATTORNEY GENERAL | Crimes--Against Persons--General | DISCRIMINATION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | PHYSICIANS | PREBORN NONDISCRIMINATION ACT
SB 1653 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the university advisory committee of and procedure for making awards by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS RIO GRANDE VALLEY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
SB 1669 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibited discrimination regarding vaccination status and mandates for receiving or participating in the administration of vaccines; authorizing administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Day Care | DISCRIMINATION | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Insurers & Agents | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | LONG-TERM CARE | Protection of Personal Information | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1673 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to limitations on public health directives issued during a state of disaster or outbreak of a communicable disease.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1692 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Longoria, Oscar
Relating to the provision of home dialysis care by a dialysis technician.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOME HEALTH CARE | NURSES & NURSE AIDES
SB 1788 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Relating to the distribution of emergency health resources by the state.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 1876 87-0 (2021)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to emergency planning for the continued treatment and safety of end stage renal disease facility patients.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--General
SB 1934 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the authority granted under and form of a medical power of attorney.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
SB 1941 87-0 (2021)
Author: Gutierrez, RolandSponsor: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to a strategic plan to address hyperemesis gravidarum.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1944 87-0 (2021)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to end-of-life issues and hospice care.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS
SB 2022 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to a COVID-19 vaccine public awareness campaign.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2038 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Dean, Jay | et. al.
Relating to prices and fees charged by certain freestanding emergency medical care facilities, including prices and fees charged during a declared state of disaster; providing administrative penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
| Business & Commerce--General | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 2040 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, delivery, sale, and research of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with certain medical conditions and the licensing of medical cannabis organizations; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICAL CANNABIS RESEARCH ACT | MEDICAL CANNABIS RESEARCH ADVISORY BOARD | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2043 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to prior authorization for prescription drug benefits related to the treatment of chronic and autoimmune diseases.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 2071 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to consumer protections for accident and health insurance that excludes coverage for preexisting conditions.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Consumer Protection | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 2095 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to provision of an opioid antagonist to a person who is filling a prescription for an opioid medication.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHYSICIANS
SB 2130 87-0 (2021)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and hospital districts of disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BEXAR COUNTY | DALLAS COUNTY | EL PASO COUNTY | HARRIS COUNTY | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | NUECES COUNTY | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital | TRAVIS COUNTY | WEBB COUNTY
SB 2245 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to unlawful employment practices with respect to the COVID-19 vaccine.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations
SB 2255 87-0 (2021)
Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a pilot program to provide telemedicine medical services to certain cancer patients receiving pain management services and supportive palliative care.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| CANCER | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS | TELEMEDICINE | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MD ANDERSON CANCER CENTER
SJR 17 87-0 (2021)
Author: Menéndez, José
Proposing a constitutional amendment providing for the establishment of the Texas Research Consortium to Cure Infectious Diseases (TRANSCEND) and authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds to fund collaborative research on and development of infectious disease treatments and cures for humans.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BONDS | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | RESEARCH CONSORTIUM TO CURE INFECTIOUS DISEASES, TEXAS | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | Science & Technology
SJR 19 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Frank, James B. | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment establishing a right for residents of certain facilities to designate an essential caregiver for in-person visitation.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Filed with the Secretary of State
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HB 16 87-1 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for breast cancer patients.
Filed
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | PROSTHETISTS & PROSTHETICS
HB 17 87-1 (2021)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for cancer patients.
Filed
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | PROSTHETISTS & PROSTHETICS
HB 51 87-1 (2021)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
Filed
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 166 87-1 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the provision of and professional liability insurance coverage for gender transitioning or gender reassignment medical procedures and treatments for certain children.
Filed
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--General | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
HB 173 87-1 (2021)
Author: Vasut, Cody
Relating to state and local government responses to disasters.
Filed
| Business & Commerce--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--Local | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Legislature | Political Subdivisions | STATE AGENCIES' RULES
HB 184 87-1 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to provider discrimination against a Medicaid recipient or child health plan program enrollee based on immunization status.
Filed
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | IMMUNIZATIONS | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID
HB 211 87-1 (2021)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to prohibited COVID-19 vaccine passports; providing a civil penalty.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 259 87-1 (2021)
Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl
Relating to the establishment of subcommittees within the Texas Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Review Committee to study maternal mortality.
Filed
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS MATERNAL MORTALITY AND MORBIDITY REVIEW COMMITTEE | Women
HB 273 87-1 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.
Relating to the release or disclosure of vaccination or immunization information to certain persons; providing a civil penalty.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Electronic Information Systems | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 293 87-1 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines.
Filed
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--General | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 18 87-1 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of and professional liability insurance coverage for gender transitioning or gender reassignment medical procedures and treatments for certain children.
Filed
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--General | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
SB 65 87-1 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to protecting the medical freedom and bodily autonomy of employees with respect to immunization or vaccination status.
Filed
| DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General
SB 66 87-1 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of certain gender-affirming therapy and counseling to children.
Filed
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 74 87-1 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the release or disclosure of vaccination or immunization information to certain persons; providing a civil penalty.
Filed
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 77 87-1 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines.
Filed
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--General | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 24 87-2 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines.
Filed
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Education--General | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--General | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 39 87-2 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to protecting the medical freedom and bodily autonomy of employees with respect to immunization or vaccination status.
Filed
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | Labor--Health & Safety
HB 88 87-2 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to provider discrimination against a Medicaid recipient or child health plan program enrollee based on immunization status.
Filed
| DISCRIMINATION | Health Care Providers | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | IMMUNIZATIONS | MEDICAID
HB 97 87-2 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to vaccination requirements for health benefit plans or insurance policies provided to business entities.
Filed
| DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 125 87-2 (2021)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony | et. al.
Relating to prohibited COVID-19 vaccine passports; providing a civil penalty.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 133 87-2 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the provision of and professional liability insurance coverage for gender transitioning or gender reassignment medical procedures and treatments for certain children.
Filed
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--General | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
HB 164 87-2 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a policy requiring the use of face coverings in public schools.
House: Public Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 174 87-2 (2021)
Author: Turner, John
Relating to a COVID-19 vaccine public awareness campaign.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 182 87-2 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements.
Filed
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | Labor--Management Relations | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 227 87-2 (2021)
Author: Anchía, Rafael | et. al.
Relating to a policy requiring the use of face masks, face shields, or other face coverings and providing notice to a parent or guardian regarding a positive coronavirus disease (COVID-19) test for a person assigned to a student's classroom in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| COVID-19 | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
HB 237 87-2 (2021)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to the governor's issuance of executive orders, proclamations, and regulations under the Texas Disaster Act of 1975 regarding the wearing of face masks or coverings in certain schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Education--Higher--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 243 87-2 (2021)
Author: Cason, Jeff
Relating to workers' compensation benefits for injuries caused by employer-required COVID-19 vaccines and payment of those benefits.
Filed
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | Labor--Health & Safety | Labor--Management Relations | Labor--Workers' Compensation | WORKERS COMPENSATION, COMMISSIONER OF
HB 245 87-2 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to personal leave provided for a public school teacher who must isolate due to exposure to or testing positive for certain diseases.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | SICK LEAVE
SB 22 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of and professional liability insurance coverage for gender transitioning or gender reassignment medical procedures and treatments for certain children.
Filed
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--General | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
SB 23 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of certain gender-affirming therapy and counseling to children.
Filed
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 24 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for certain vaccination policies.
Co-author authorized
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | Labor--Health & Safety
SB 80 87-2 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements.
Co-author authorized
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | Labor--Management Relations | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 85 87-2 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the implementation by public schools of certain COVID-19 public health orders issued by a health authority.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 86 87-2 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the immunization of public school students against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
Co-author authorized
| COVID-19 | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 87 87-2 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to health care facility reporting of COVID-19 data.
Co-author authorized
| COVID-19 | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 92 87-2 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to lawsuits against businesses that require proof of COVID-19 vaccination or post-transmission recovery.
Filed
| Business & Commerce--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 93 87-2 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to an exception to the prohibition on COVID-19 vaccine passports.
Filed
| Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | Amusements, Games, Sports | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 94 87-2 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to a policy requiring the use of face masks, face shields, or other face coverings and providing notice to a parent or guardian regarding a positive coronavirus disease (COVID-19) test for a person assigned to a student's classroom in public schools.
Filed
| COVID-19 | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 96 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to workers' compensation benefits for injuries caused by employer-required COVID-19 vaccines and payment of those benefits.
Filed
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | Labor--Health & Safety | Labor--Management Relations | Labor--Workers' Compensation | WORKERS COMPENSATION, COMMISSIONER OF
SB 98 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to COVID-19 vaccine mandates and the application of COVID-19 vaccine exemptions to certain employees.
Filed
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Courts--District | COVID-19 | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 99 87-2 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibiting COVID-19 vaccine mandates by a governmental entity.
Filed
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Courts--District | COVID-19 | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Special Districts & Authorities--Miscellaneous | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 100 87-2 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the authority of governmental entities to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for entity employees.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Political Subdivisions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 18 87-3 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to protecting the medical freedom and bodily autonomy of employees with respect to immunization or vaccination status.
Filed
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | Labor--Health & Safety
HB 33 87-3 (2021)
Author: Slaton, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition on certain companies and hospitals from requiring employees to receive a COVID-19 vaccination; creating a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General
HB 37 87-3 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | Labor--Management Relations | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 39 87-3 (2021)
Author: Noble, Candy | et. al.
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--Management Relations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 65 87-3 (2021)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the provision of and professional liability insurance coverage for gender transitioning or gender reassignment medical procedures and treatments for certain children.
Filed
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--General | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
HB 71 87-3 (2021)
Author: Swanson, Valoree
Relating to provider discrimination against a Medicaid recipient or child health plan program enrollee based on immunization status.
Filed
| DISCRIMINATION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Children's Insurance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | IMMUNIZATIONS | MEDICAID
HB 86 87-3 (2021)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony | et. al.
Relating to prohibited COVID-19 vaccine passports; providing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 92 87-3 (2021)
Author: Goodwin, Vikki
Relating to personal leave provided for a public school teacher who must isolate due to exposure to or testing positive for certain diseases.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Education--School Districts | FAMILY & MEDICAL LEAVE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 93 87-3 (2021)
Author: White, James | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition on COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | PELOSI CONGRESSIONAL VACCINATION DOCTRINE ACT | Political Subdivisions
HB 94 87-3 (2021)
Author: White, James
Relating to the establishment of a COVID-19 health information clearinghouse.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Electronic Information Systems | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, TEXAS DIVISION OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 96 87-3 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
Filed
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 98 87-3 (2021)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the authority of a business to implement certain communicable disease prevention and control policies.
Filed
| Business & Commerce--General | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 109 87-3 (2021)
Author: Cain, Briscoe
Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General
HB 110 87-3 (2021)
Author: Slaton, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to COVID-19 vaccination policies and related measures of governmental entities; creating criminal offenses.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Higher--General | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | Political Subdivisions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 119 87-3 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.
Relating to the enforceability of a covenant not to compete with respect to certain employees discharged from employment for refusal or failure to receive a COVID-19 vaccination.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Business & Commerce--Trade Practices | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--Management Relations
HB 120 87-3 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to the release or disclosure of vaccination or immunization information to certain persons; providing a civil penalty.
Filed
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 125 87-3 (2021)
Author: Slaton, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to prohibitions on compliance with and enforcement of federal COVID-19 vaccine mandates; creating criminal offenses.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COVID-19 | Crimes--Miscellaneous | Education--Higher--General | FEDERAL RELATIONS | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | NATIONAL GUARD, TEXAS | Political Subdivisions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 126 87-3 (2021)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to a policy requiring the use of face coverings in public schools.
Filed
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 134 87-3 (2021)
Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | Labor--Management Relations | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 137 87-3 (2021)
Author: Harris, Cody | et. al.
Relating to a prohibition on certain companies that receive governmental contracts or financial benefits from requiring employees to receive a COVID-19 vaccination; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--General | Political Subdivisions | Purchasing--State | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 155 87-3 (2021)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to exemptions from COVID-19 vaccine requirements.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 165 87-3 (2021)
Author: Slaton, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to employer civil liability for COVID-19 vaccine requirements.
Filed
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--Management Relations
HB 168 87-3 (2021)
Author: Harrison, Brian | et. al.
Relating to informed consent before the provision of certain medical treatments involving COVID-19 vaccination.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | TEXAS COVID VACCINE FREEDOM ACT
HB 170 87-3 (2021)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to protecting the medical freedom and bodily autonomy of employees with respect to immunization or vaccination status.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--Health & Safety | Labor--Management Relations
SB 11 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for certain vaccination policies.
Co-author authorized
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--Health & Safety | Labor--Management Relations
SB 15 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of certain gender-affirming therapy and counseling to children.
Filed
| GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 17 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the provision of and professional liability insurance coverage for gender transitioning or gender reassignment medical procedures and treatments for certain children.
Filed
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--General | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
SB 30 87-3 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the authority of governmental entities to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for entity employees.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Political Subdivisions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 31 87-3 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to an exception to the prohibition on COVID-19 vaccine passports.
Filed
| Alcoholic Beverage Regulation | Amusements, Games, Sports | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 32 87-3 (2021)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to lawsuits against businesses that require proof of COVID-19 vaccination or post-transmission recovery.
Filed
| Business & Commerce--General | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 35 87-3 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements.
Co-author authorized
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | Labor--Management Relations | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 36 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to prohibitions on the use of state money to enforce federal vaccine or treatment mandates and on required COVID-19 vaccinations.
Co-author authorized
| COVID-19 | FEDERAL RELATIONS | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--Health & Safety | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 39 87-3 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to health care facility reporting of COVID-19 data.
Filed
| COVID-19 | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | IMMUNIZATIONS | MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 51 87-3 (2021)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to prohibited COVID-19 vaccine mandates and vaccination status discrimination and to exemptions from certain vaccine requirements.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
| COVID-19 | DISCRIMINATION | Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--Health & Safety | Political Subdivisions | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 53 87-3 (2021)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the authority of local governmental entities to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for entity employees.
Filed
| City Government--Employees/Officers | County Government--Employees/Officers | COVID-19 | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 25 86-0 (2019)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program for providing services to certain women and children under the Medicaid medical transportation program.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | MEDICAID | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Women
HB 39 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the repeal of certain time limitations on the award of grants by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Oversight Committee.
House: Public Health Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 75 86-0 (2019)
Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al.
Relating to an exception to the application of the offense of possessing or delivering drug paraphernalia for persons involved in certain pilot programs.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HONORABLE RUTH JONES MCCLENDON ACT
HB 122 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of marihuana; providing an affirmative defense to prosecution for possession of marihuana.
House: Public Health
Left pending in subcommittee
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA
HB 209 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by qualifying patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations and testing facilities; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Left pending in subcommittee
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 217 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for cancer patients.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | ORTHOTICS & ORTHOTISTS | PROSTHETISTS & PROSTHETICS
HB 252 86-0 (2019)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to increasing awareness of the dangers of exposing children to secondhand smoke.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Tobacco Products
HB 284 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to disclosure requirements of certain facilities that provide care for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes | PUBLIC NOTICE
HB 406 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to organ donor registration information when applying for a hunting or fishing license on the Internet.
House: Public Health Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INTERNET | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS | PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | Parks & Wildlife--Licenses
HB 476 86-0 (2019)
Author: Howard, DonnaSponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to certain duties of public institutions of higher education and the Department of State Health Services regarding policies on the use of epinephrine auto-injectors by public institutions of higher education.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/19
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 562 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to warning labels for opioid prescription drugs.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF
HB 605 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to a franchise tax credit for entities that establish a grocery store or healthy corner store in a food desert.
House: Ways & Means
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | FOOD | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Taxation--Franchise
HB 670 86-0 (2019)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for ovarian cancer testing and screening.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Women
HB 746 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rose, Toni
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and hospital districts of disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Referred to County Affairs
| BEXAR COUNTY | County Government--General | DALLAS COUNTY | HARRIS COUNTY | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HEPATITIS | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital | TRAVIS COUNTY
HB 749 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to the distribution, possession, purchase, consumption, and receipt of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and tobacco products; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Public Health
Considered in Calendars
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | Tobacco Products
HB 805 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to access to certain investigational drugs, biological products, and devices that are in clinical trials by patients with severe chronic diseases.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICAL FREEDOM ACT | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 812 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, JamesSponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the amount of the health care services fee paid by certain inmates.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 893 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V.
Relating to the carcinogenic risk level used in the development of certain environmental remediation benchmarks.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1015 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to warning signs posted by certain food service establishments that prepare food items containing peanut products.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Business & Commerce--General | FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
HB 1111 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to maternal and newborn health care.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | MEDICAID | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TELEMEDICINE | Women
HB 1187 86-0 (2019)
Author: Pacheco, Leo | et. al.
Relating to prescribing low-THC cannabis to certain patients for compassionate use.
House: Public Health
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 1225 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.Sponsor: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to the re-creation of the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE TASK FORCE | GLENDA DAWSON ACT | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 1255 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to patient records regarding maternal death.
House: Public Health
Considered in Calendars
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 1256 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to access by certain persons to a first responder's immunization history.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 1292 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to statewide initiatives to improve maternal and newborn health for women with opioid use disorder.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 1338 86-0 (2019)
Author: Pacheco, Leo | et. al.
Relating to prescribing low-THC cannabis to certain patients for compassionate use.
House: Public Health
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
| Crime Prevention | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PHYSICIANS
HB 1350 86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to the persons authorized to make an anatomical gift.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS
HB 1360 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to prevention of communicable diseases in certain long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aging | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LONG-TERM CARE | Nursing Homes
HB 1361 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wu, Gene
Relating to an immunization rate tracking system for employees and residents of certain long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aging | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | LONG-TERM CARE | Nursing Homes
HB 1365 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, processing, distribution, transportation, research, testing, and delivery of low-THC cannabis for medical use by patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of cannabis dispensing organizations, cannabis research organizations, and cannabis testing facilities; establishing the cannabis therapeutic research review board; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1418 86-0 (2019)
Author: Phelan, DadeSponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to disease prevention and preparedness information for emergency medical services personnel on certification or recertification.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 1423 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to an immunization rate tracking system for employees and residents of certain long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Aging | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | LONG-TERM CARE | Nursing Homes
HB 1425 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the duration of laboratory support for testing of vector-borne infectious diseases in border counties.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | BORDER | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1429 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to patient medical records regarding maternal death.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL RECORDS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 1478 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rosenthal, Jon
Relating to a prohibition of employment discrimination on the basis of reproductive decisions and certain employment agreements limiting reproductive decisions.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Left pending in committee
| DISCRIMINATION | Family--Marriage Relationship | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--General | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1490 86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to claiming an exemption from required immunizations for public school students.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1491 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council.
House: Environmental Regulation
Referred to Environmental Regulation
| Environment--General | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE REVIEW BOARD | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1492 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wray, John | et. al.
Relating to benefits for peace officers who suffer from certain diseases or illnesses.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Left pending in committee
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PEACE OFFICERS
HB 1511 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to required coverage for eating disorders under group health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1578 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to establishing the Mental Health Crisis and Suicide Prevention Task Force.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS, COMMISSION ON STATE | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS & SUICIDE PREVENTION TASK FORCE | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 1584 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of prescription drugs for stage-four advanced, metastatic cancer.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/19
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 1591 86-0 (2019)
Author: Springer, Drew
Relating to the regulation of disease control by the Animal Health Commission.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Left pending in committee
| Agriculture | ANIMAL HEALTH COMMISSION, TEXAS | Animals | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT
HB 1645 86-0 (2019)
Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of preexisting conditions.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 1690 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to requiring school districts, open-enrollment charter schools, and private schools to adopt and implement policies and procedures relating to the care of students diagnosed with concussions.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1722 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and municipalities of disease control programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1848 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to prevention of communicable diseases in certain long-term care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Aging | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LONG-TERM CARE | Nursing Homes
HB 1849 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, StephanieSponsor: Menéndez, José
Relating to the possession and administration of epinephrine auto-injectors in day-care centers; limiting liability.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Day Care | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
HB 1874 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to a regenerative medicine registry established by the Texas Regenerative Medicine Coordinating Board.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADULT STEM CELL RESEARCH COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | REGENERATIVE MEDICINE COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STEM CELL RESEARCH
HB 1915 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to a state plan for education on and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1968 86-0 (2019)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Relating to coverage for treatment of craniofacial abnormalities under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2057 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to supportive palliative care.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PALLIATIVE CARE INTERDISCIPLINARY ADVISORY COUNCIL
HB 2067 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to influenza information for residents of assisted living facilities.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Nursing Homes
HB 2114 86-0 (2019)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of preexisting conditions.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2255 86-0 (2019)
Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to newborn and infant hearing screening results and the provision of information following a screening.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2413 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lambert, Stan
Relating to the emergency administration of an epinephrine auto-injector by peace officers.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2462 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Relating to prohibited nonconsensual genital surgery on certain minors with intersex traits.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 2555 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan
Relating to guidelines for policies of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for the care of certain students at risk for anaphylaxis.
House: Public Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2563 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie
Relating to the establishment and duties of the Texas Medical Cannabis Council.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICAL CANNABIS COUNCIL, TEXAS | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF
HB 2576 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.
Relating to prescribing and dispensing certain controlled substances to patients diagnosed with sickle cell disease.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 2597 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cyrier, John | et. al.Sponsor: Fallon, Pat
Relating to designating May 17 as Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma Awareness Day.
House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/19
| DIFFUSE INTRINSIC PONTINE GLIOMA AWARENESS DAY | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Holidays
HB 2618 86-0 (2019)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the maternal mental health peer support pilot program for perinatal mood and anxiety disorder.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2682 86-0 (2019)
Author: Collier, Nicole | et. al.
Relating to health benefit coverage for certain fertility preservation services under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFERTILITY | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2703 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to a work group on the establishment of a maternal mortality and morbidity data registry.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Electronic Information Systems | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INTERNET | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 2734 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to an anatomical gift on behalf of a resident in a state supported living center.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS
HB 2746 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to manufacturer disclosure of cosmetic ingredients; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Business & Industry
Referred to Business & Industry
| Business & Commerce--General | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Safety
HB 2783 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the establishment of the Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Minors--Health & Safety | PEDIATRIC ACUTE-ONSET NEUROPSYCHIATRIC SYNDROME ADVISORY COUNCIL | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
HB 2811 86-0 (2019)
Author: Price, Four | et. al.Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the prescribing of controlled substances and dangerous drugs for acute pain.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2873 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the room placement of individuals with Alzheimer's disease or dementia in health care facilities and correctional facilities.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 2961 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to an allotment under the foundation school program for students with dyslexia or related disorders.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| DYSLEXIA | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Education--School Districts | FOUNDATION SCHOOL PROGRAM | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 3039 86-0 (2019)
Author: Turner, Chris
Relating to coverage for bacterial meningitis vaccinations under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Withdrawn from schedule
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3064 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to payment of health benefit claims in coordination with third-party liability insurance.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3147 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to a cancer clinical trial participation program.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| CANCER | Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
HB 3148 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the administration and oversight of investigational adult stem cell treatments administered to certain patients.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STEM CELL RESEARCH
HB 3340 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Julie
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with post-traumatic stress disorder and the licensing of medical cannabis dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3369 86-0 (2019)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to advance directives and health care and treatment decisions.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Courts--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS | SUPREME COURT
HB 3394 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, JarvisSponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the issuance of sickle cell disease awareness specialty license plates.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LICENSE PLATES | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 3405 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Jarvis | et. al.Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the establishment of a sickle cell task force.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | SICKLE CELL TASK FORCE
HB 3428 86-0 (2019)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to training on Alzheimer's disease and dementia for certain Department of Family and Protective Services employees and area agencies on aging employees and volunteers.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| ADULT PROTECTIVE SERVICES DIV, FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES | Aging | ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--General | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3551 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to requirements for and the transparency of epidemiological reports and certain immunization exemption information and reports.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3583 86-0 (2019)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to an optional blood type designation on a driver's license, personal identification certificate, or commercial driver's license or learner's permit.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 3669 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to services provided to and collection of data regarding individuals with acquired brain injury.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IDENTIFICATION CARDS
HB 3685 86-0 (2019)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to pharmacy benefits provided through the Medicaid managed care program.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS
HB 3735 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to an electronic portal for disclosures and consent regarding certain newborn screening information.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3746 86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to access to certain health records and information by certain individuals regarding a child placed in foster care.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3747 86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to the eligibility of children and prioritization of persons on waiting lists for certain Medicaid long-term care services waiver programs.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | LONG-TERM CARE | MEDICAID
HB 3748 86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the coordination of private health benefits with Medicaid benefits.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Insurance--Health & Accident | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3857 86-0 (2019)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to discrimination by a health care provider based on immunization status.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3881 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the use of epinephrine auto-injectors in primary and secondary schools.
House: Public Health Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3883 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to development of the form for the annual immunization status report by public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3884 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to dissemination of bacterial meningitis information by school districts.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| Education--School Districts | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3996 86-0 (2019)
Author: Burrows, Dustin | et. al.
Relating to liability of certain political subdivisions in certain workers' compensation actions.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
| CANCER | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Labor--Workers' Compensation | Political Subdivisions
HB 4040 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to eligibility for employment by a dispensing organization licensed under the Texas Compassionate-Use Act based on a criminal history background check.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Crimes--Drugs | CRIMINAL RECORDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 4045 86-0 (2019)
Author: Dominguez, Alex
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with certain eligible medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations; changing a fee.
House: Public Health
Left pending in subcommittee
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4050 86-0 (2019)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the immunizations requirements of privately owned and operated child-care facilities.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Day Care | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
HB 4068 86-0 (2019)
Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al.
Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of public school students.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4097 86-0 (2019)
Author: Blanco, César | et. al.
Relating to the use of medical cannabis by veterans for post-traumatic stress disorder and the licensing of associated cultivating or dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Crimes--Drugs | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | PERMITS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
HB 4121 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the Texas Diabetes Council and the state plan for diabetes and obesity treatment and education.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| DIABETES | DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | OBESITY
HB 4256 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cortez, Philip
Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4260 86-0 (2019)
Author: Cortez, PhilipSponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the possession and administration of an epinephrine auto-injector by certain entities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHYSICIANS
HB 4274 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zedler, Bill
Relating to informed consent to immunizations for children.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Family--Parent & Child | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4297 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raney, John
Relating to the authority of physicians to delegate to certain pharmacists the implementation and modification of a patient's drug therapy.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PHYSICIANS
HB 4325 86-0 (2019)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the establishment and maintenance of a glaucoma comanagement registry.
House: Public Health
Left pending in subcommittee
| EYECARE & VISION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | THERAPEUTIC OPTOMETRISTS
HB 4418 86-0 (2019)
Author: Stickland, Jonathan
Relating to the authority of an advanced practice registered nurse to sign or issue certain documents.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | REGISTERED NURSES
HB 4468 86-0 (2019)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to county jails and community mental health programs in certain counties.
House: County Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/19
| City Government--General | Corrections--Jails & Prisons | County Government--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | JAIL STANDARDS, COMMISSION ON | JAILERS & PRISON GUARDS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HCR 138 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bonnen, Greg
Requesting the lieutenant governor and speaker to create a joint interim committee to study the practicality of establishing a brain research institute of Texas.
House: House Administration
Referred to House Administration
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Interim Studies | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT | Resolutions--Legislative Policy
HJR 12 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to increase the maximum bond amount authorized for the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.
House: Public Health Senate: Finance
Filed with the Secretary of State
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY, TEXAS | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Management & Control
HJR 21 86-0 (2019)
Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use.
House: Public Health
Left pending in subcommittee
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HR 2189 86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt
Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1207.
Reported enrolled
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Insurance--Health & Accident | Minors--Health & Safety | Resolutions--Conf. Comm. Reports
SB 21 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to the distribution, possession, purchase, consumption, and receipt of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and tobacco products.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | Tobacco Products
SB 90 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by qualifying patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations and testing facilities; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 149 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to the capacity of certain minors to consent to examination or medical treatment related to childbirth and contraception.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 185 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to disclosure requirements regarding certain oil or gas well accidents.
House: Energy Resources Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Energy Resources
| ALERT SYSTEM | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Electronic Information Systems | Environment--Air | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Oil & Gas | PERMITS | RAILROAD COMMISSION | Safety
SB 200 86-0 (2019)
Author: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the financial self-sufficiency of the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 290 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to mosquito control districts established for an urgent public health purpose.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BORDER | CAMERON COUNTY | County Government--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 329 86-0 (2019)
Author: Seliger, Kel | et. al.
Relating to requirements for and the transparency of epidemiological reports and certain immunization exemption information and reports.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 338 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the distribution, possession, purchase, consumption, and receipt of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and tobacco products.
Co-author authorized
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | Tobacco Products
SB 384 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the reporting of health care-associated infections and preventable adverse events at health care facilities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICARE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 400 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and terminal illnesses and the licensing of dispensing organizations and cannabis testing facilities; authorizing a fee.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PACKAGING & LABELING REQUIREMENTS | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 425 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 436 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four | et. al.
Relating to statewide initiatives to improve maternal and newborn health for women with opioid use disorder.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
SB 438 86-0 (2019)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of certain time limitations on the award of grants by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas Oversight Committee.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 516 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to registration as an organ donor and a voluntary contribution to the organ donor registry when applying for a hunting or fishing license.
Senate: Water & Rural Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS | PARKS & WILDLIFE COMMISSION | PARKS & WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | Parks & Wildlife--Licenses
SB 559 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to patient records regarding maternal death.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
House passage as amended reported
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
SB 574 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to a franchise tax credit for entities that establish a grocery store or healthy corner store in a food desert.
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | FOOD | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HOUSING & COMMUNITY AFFAIRS, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Taxation--Franchise
SB 748 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to maternal and newborn health care, including the newborn screening preservation account.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Family--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAID | MIDLAND COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TELEMEDICINE
SB 829 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to disease prevention and preparedness information for emergency medical services personnel on certification or recertification.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 830 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huffman, Joan
Relating to a vaccine preventable disease policy for first responders of emergency response entities; authorizing administrative and civil penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION
SB 839 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the possession and administration of an epinephrine auto-injector by certain entities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHYSICIANS
SB 865 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with certain qualifying medical conditions and the licensing of medical cannabis dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 869 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to guidelines for policies of school districts and open-enrollment charter schools for the care of certain students at risk for anaphylaxis.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 916 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, NathanSponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to supportive palliative care.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PALLIATIVE CARE INTERDISCIPLINARY ADVISORY COUNCIL
SB 937 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program for providing services to certain women and children under the Medicaid medical transportation program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | MEDICAID | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Women
SB 949 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the game animal meat safety task force.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| GAME ANIMAL MEAT SAFETY TASK FORCE | Governor | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Parks & Wildlife--Hunting & Fishing | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
SB 959 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to health benefit coverage for certain fertility preservation services under certain health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFERTILITY | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 982 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the provision of disaster and emergency services, including health care services, to certain populations.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Aging | Disabilities, Persons with | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, DIVISION OF THE DEPT. OF PUBLIC SAFETY | Governor | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VOLUNTEERS
SB 999 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to a state plan for education on and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1033 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.Sponsor: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to information regarding perinatal palliative care and prohibiting discriminatory abortions; creating an administrative penalty, a civil remedy, and a criminal offense.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Abortion | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREBORN NONDISCRIMINATION ACT | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 1056 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Raney, John
Relating to the authority of physicians to delegate to certain pharmacists the implementation and modification of a patient's drug therapy.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHARMACY, TEXAS STATE BOARD OF | PHYSICIANS
SB 1093 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the eligibility of children and prioritization of persons on waiting lists for certain Medicaid long-term care services waiver programs.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | LONG-TERM CARE | MEDICAID
SB 1094 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to the delivery of Medicaid benefits to certain medically dependent children with private health benefits coverage.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
SB 1095 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to access to certain health records and information by certain individuals regarding a child placed in foster care.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1096 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the Medicaid managed care program, including the provision of pharmacy benefits.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS
SB 1110 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to communicable disease prevention for federal immigration detention facilities located near an international border.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BORDER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1112 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the study and prevention of opioid overdoses occurring in this state.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1113 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to a waiver authorizing the application of pesticides for mosquito control by certain municipal or county employees in an emergency.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| City Government--General | County Government--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES
SB 1119 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to the establishment of a border public health initiative by the Department of State Health Services.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BORDER | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PROMOTORAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1120 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to health professional continuing education to address communicable and other diseases in border counties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| BORDER | CONTINUING EDUCATION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1121 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to public health laboratory capabilities in certain counties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BORDER | CAMERON COUNTY | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIDALGO COUNTY | MAVERICK COUNTY | STARR COUNTY | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | VAL VERDE COUNTY | WEBB COUNTY | WILLACY COUNTY | ZAPATA COUNTY
SB 1123 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.
Relating to border health programs conducted by the Department of State Health Services in collaboration with Mexican and federal authorities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| BORDER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Intergovernmental Relations | MEXICO | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STATE-FEDERAL RELATIONS, OFFICE OF
SB 1145 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to reports on the prevalence of eating disorders and eating disorder-related deaths in this state.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Interim Studies | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1148 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of prescription drugs for stage-four advanced, metastatic cancer.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 1179 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to a study on the allocation and expenditure of tobacco settlement agreement money.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Taxation--Cigarette | Tobacco Products
SB 1207 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles | et. al.Sponsor: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to the operation and administration of Medicaid, including the Medicaid managed care program and the medically dependent children (MDCP) waiver program.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--Medical Assistance | Insurance--Health & Accident | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1292 86-0 (2019)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of public school students.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1312 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to certain programs to prevent vector-borne and zoonotic diseases in border counties; requiring an occupational license; authorizing a fee.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | BORDER | Environment--Solid Waste | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PESTICIDES & HERBICIDES | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1313 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to demonstration programs for childhood obesity and chronic disease prevention in certain border counties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BORDER | Education--Primary & Secondary--Curriculum | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1383 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to prohibited nonconsensual genital surgery on certain minors with intersex traits.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| CONSERVATORSHIP | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | FOSTER CARE | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
SB 1404 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, BeverlySponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to consent to the disclosure of certain information and to other matters relating to newborn and infant screening tests.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1416 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Relating to the use of medical cannabis by veterans for post-traumatic stress disorder and the licensing of associated cultivating or dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| Crimes--Drugs | Fees & Other Nontax Revenue--State | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Military & Veterans | PERMITS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1546 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the re-creation of the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE TASK FORCE | GLENDA DAWSON ACT | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
SB 1582 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., EddieSponsor: Wray, John | et. al.
Relating to benefits for peace officers relating to certain diseases or illnesses.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/19
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | PEACE OFFICERS
SB 1641 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the establishment of the Texas Rare Disease Advisory Council.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Charitable & Nonprofit Organizations | Governor | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | RARE DISEASE ADVISORY COUNCIL, TEXAS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1681 86-0 (2019)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to influenza information for residents of assisted living facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Nursing Homes
SB 1687 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the release of certain inmates on medically recommended intensive supervision.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| CORRECTIONAL OFFICE ON OFFENDERS WITH MEDICAL OR MENTAL IMPAIRMENTS, TEXAS | Corrections--Parole, Probation & Pardons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MANDATORY & COMMUNITY SUPERVISION | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1735 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to the possession and administration of epinephrine auto-injectors in day-care centers; limiting liability.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Day Care | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
SB 1736 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to certain duties of public institutions of higher education and the Department of State Health Services regarding policies on the use of epinephrine auto-injectors by public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Left pending in committee
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--General | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1748 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to a pilot program for providing services to certain children under the Medicaid medical transportation program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | MEDICAID | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Women
SB 1765 86-0 (2019)
Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to the administration and oversight of investigational adult stem cell treatments administered to certain patients.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | STEM CELL RESEARCH
SB 1780 86-0 (2019)
Author: Paxton, AngelaSponsor: Parker, Tan
Relating to value-based arrangements in the Medicaid vendor drug program.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 1827 86-0 (2019)
Author: Menéndez, JoséSponsor: Lambert, Stan
Relating to the possession and emergency administration of an epinephrine auto-injector by law enforcement agencies and peace officers.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Law Enforcement | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | PEACE OFFICERS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1837 86-0 (2019)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients for whom a physician determines medical use is the best available treatment for the patient's medical condition or symptoms, and the licensing of medical cannabis dispensing organizations; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1867 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan | et. al.
Relating to the scope of practice for chiropractors.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report printed and distributed
| CHIROPRACTIC & CHIROPRACTORS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 1898 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to designating May 17 as Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma Awareness Day.
Senate: Administration
Referred to Administration
| DIFFUSE INTRINSIC PONTINE GLIOMA AWARENESS DAY | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Holidays
SB 1912 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the sharing of newborn and infant hearing screening results and the provision of information to parents following a screening.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Disabilities, Persons with | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2014 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat
Relating to voluntary contributions to the cancer prevention and research fund for pediatric cancer research.
Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
| CANCER | COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTORS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LICENSE PLATES | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 2015 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, Pat | et. al.Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to the issuance of pediatric cancer research specialty license plates.
House: Transportation Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LICENSE PLATES | Minors--Health & Safety | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
SB 2129 86-0 (2019)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to advance directives and health care and treatment decisions.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Ethics | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PHYSICIANS | SUPREME COURT
SB 2151 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Diabetes Council and the state plan for diabetes and obesity treatment and education.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| DIABETES COUNCIL, TEXAS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM OF TEXAS (ERS) | Governor | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Retirement Systems--State Employees | Retirement Systems--Teachers | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 2205 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to programs established to eliminate injection-associated infectious diseases; providing certain civil and criminal immunity.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INJECTION-ASSOCIATED INFECTIOUS DISEASE ELIMINATION (IDEA) ACT, TEXAS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2234 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the establishment of the Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome Advisory Council.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | Minors--Health & Safety | PEDIATRIC ACUTE-ONSET NEUROPSYCHIATRIC SYNDROME ADVISORY COUNCIL | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE
SB 2295 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the provision of educational materials regarding disease prevention during a disaster.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2301 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the maternal peer support pilot program for perinatal mood disorder.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Women
SB 2350 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to the prohibited administration of certain vaccinations.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 2351 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to discrimination by a health care provider based on immunization status.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 2385 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the carcinogenic risk level used in the development of certain environmental remediation benchmarks.
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Referred to Natural Resources & Economic Development
| Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 2388 86-0 (2019)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to services provided to and collection of data regarding individuals with acquired brain injury.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 2416 86-0 (2019)
Author: Campbell, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis and medical research cannabis.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | MARIHUANA | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
SB 2557 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to optional designations on a driver's license, personal identification certificate, or commercial driver's license or learner's permit for blood type and blood disorders.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
SJR 7 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al.
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SJR 8 86-0 (2019)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Crimes--Drugs | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HB 23 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to fund innovative programs for public school students with autism.
House: Public Education
Received from the House
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 29 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to prostitution and the trafficking of persons, civil racketeering related to trafficking, the prevention, investigation, and prosecution of and punishment for certain sexual offenses and offenses involving or related to trafficking, reimbursement of certain costs for criminal victims who are children, and the release and reporting of certain information relating to a child; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses.
House: State Affairs Senate: Criminal Justice
See remarks for effective date
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIME VICTIMS | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Criminal Procedure--Trial | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION TASK FORCE | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--Crimes Against | PROSTITUTION | SECRETARY OF STATE | SEXUALLY ORIENTED BUSINESSES | SUPREME COURT | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 63 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the operations of the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 84 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the sunset review date for the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas and the time for awarding cancer research and prevention grants.
House: Public Health
Received from the House
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Finances--Management & Control | Sunset--Commission Bills
HB 97 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to consent to the immunization of certain children for cancer prevention or treatment.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 107 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to a human papillomavirus immunization report.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HUMAN PAPILLOMA VIRUS | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 120 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to non-medical exemptions from immunization requirements.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 126 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to an educational module certificate requirement for certain immunization exemptions; authorizing a fee.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 164 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a grocery access investment fund program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
| Agriculture | AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 224 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of preexisting conditions.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 241 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to a health care practitioner counseling requirement for persons claiming an immunization exemption on the basis of conscience, including a religious belief.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS | PHYSICIANS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 243 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 274 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to information regarding spina bifida.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 583 85-0 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to coverage for supplemental breast cancer screening under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | MAMMOGRAPHY | Women
HB 628 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the distribution, possession, purchase, consumption, and receipt of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and tobacco products; providing penalties.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Business & Commerce--General | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | Tobacco Products
HB 661 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to access to certain investigational drugs, biological products, and devices that are in clinical trials by patients with severe chronic diseases.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICAL FREEDOM ACT | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 810 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the provision of certain investigational stem cell treatments to patients with certain severe chronic diseases or terminal illnesses and regulating the possession, use, and transfer of adult stem cells; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| CHARLIE'S LAW | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | PHYSICIANS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | STEM CELL RESEARCH
HB 831 85-0 (2017)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" | et. al.
Relating to coverage for treatment of craniofacial abnormalities under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Placed on General State Calendar
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 942 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to a study on sexually transmitted diseases among elderly persons in this state.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Aging | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Nursing Homes | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 943 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the establishment of the Transgender Healthcare Advisory Committee.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | GENDER IDENTITY & EXPRESSION | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 970 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al.Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the establishment of a state plan for Streptococcus pneumoniae education and prevention.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1008 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to a study on early detection and early intervention in cases of children with autism spectrum disorders.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1029 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.
Relating to informed consent to immunizations for children.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Family--Parent & Child | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1036 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Whitmire, John | et. al.
Relating to coverage for certain breast cancer screening procedures under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MAMMOGRAPHY | Women
HB 1044 85-0 (2017)
Author: Blanco, César
Relating to mandatory spinal screenings for children in certain grades attending public or private schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1047 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store and healthy corner store revolving loan fund program.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | FOOD | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LOANS
HB 1067 85-0 (2017)
Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Relating to newborn screening tests for adrenoleukodystrophy.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1070 85-0 (2017)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to discrimination by a health care provider based on immunization status.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| DISCRIMINATION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 1076 85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Huffines, Don
Relating to the mandatory spinal screening of public and private school students.
House: Public Education Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1092 85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the persons authorized to make an anatomical gift.
House: Public Health
Considered in Calendars
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS
HB 1124 85-0 (2017)
Author: Krause, Matt | et. al.
Relating to claiming an exemption from required immunizations for public school students.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1434 85-0 (2017)
Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to displaying certain informational materials and videos in driver's license offices.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 1466 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hernandez, Ana
Relating to coverage for mammography and supplemental breast cancer screening under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| CANCER | DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING SERVICES | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MAMMOGRAPHY | Women
HB 1539 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to health benefit plan coverage of prescription drugs for stage-four advanced, metastatic cancer.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 1809 85-0 (2017)
Author: Israel, Celia
Relating to annual testing of certain child-care facility employees for tuberculosis.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Labor--Health & Safety | Minors--Health & Safety | TUBERCULOSIS
HB 1886 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to dyslexia screening and testing in public schools, the employment of dyslexia specialists by regional education service centers, the development of a list of training opportunities for educators regarding dyslexia, and transition planning for students enrolled in a special education program.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective immediately
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | DYSLEXIA | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 1908 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to the distribution, possession, purchase, consumption, and receipt of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and tobacco products; providing penalties.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | Tobacco Products
HB 1922 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to certain claims for benefits or compensation by survivors of fire fighters.
House: Pensions
Placed on General State Calendar
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 1927 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to an alert system for notification of the release of toxic chemicals by a manufacturing facility.
House: Environmental Regulation
Left pending in committee
| ALERT SYSTEM | Environment--Air | Environment--Hazardous, Toxic & Nuclear Waste | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Safety
HB 1937 85-0 (2017)
Author: Villalba, Jason
Relating to newborn screening tests for adrenoleukodystrophy.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2025 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the regulation of certain long-term care facilities, including facilities that provide care to persons with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders; authorizing an administrative penalty.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LONG-TERM CARE | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 2035 85-0 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the continuation of the Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Task Force.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | Sunset--Commission Bills | Sunset--Recommended Reviews | Women
HB 2107 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations and cannabis testing facilities; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2200 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to the medical use of marihuana; providing a defense to prosecution for possession of marihuana.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | PHYSICIANS
HB 2249 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al.
Relating to requirements for and the transparency of epidemiological reports and immunization exemption information and reports.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2262 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gooden, Lance | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for accelerated refills of certain prescription eye drops.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| EYECARE & VISION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 2269 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schofield, Mike
Relating to the civil liability of a hospital with a children's isolation unit and of certain hospital employees.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2403 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to a study concerning maternal mortality and morbidity in the state's African American population.
House: Public Health
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 2419 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cosper, Scott
Relating to an exemption for current and former members of the armed services from the requirement that an incoming student at a public or private or independent institution of higher education show proof of vaccination against bacterial meningitis.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Higher--Admission & Attendance | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | IMMUNIZATIONS | Military & Veterans
HB 2520 85-0 (2017)
Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al.
Relating to disclosure requirements of certain nursing facilities that provide care for persons with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders.
House: Public Health
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Nursing Homes
HB 2695 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to information regarding fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 2848 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to consultations with contracted physician networks and physician systems during certain investigations of child abuse and neglect.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| CHILD ABUSE | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PHYSICIANS
HB 2874 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schaefer, Matt | et. al.
Relating to providing information regarding immunization requirements for admission to public elementary and secondary schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 2972 85-0 (2017)
Author: Neave, Victoria
Relating to the exemption of the absence from school of a student with a chronic or debilitating illness or condition from the calculation of student attendance for purposes of school accountability.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--Accountability | Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 2978 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the notification of a peace officer through an indication associated with vehicle registration or a driver's license that a person has a health condition that may impede communication.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| Disabilities, Persons with | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MOTOR VEHICLES, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | PEACE OFFICERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | Vehicles & Traffic--Vehicle Registration
HB 2986 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to designating May 17 as Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma Awareness Day.
House: Public Health
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Holidays
HB 3112 85-0 (2017)
Author: Allen, Alma
Relating to the development of healthy nutrition and physical activity guidelines for public school teachers, public school administrators, and licensed child-care providers.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Agriculture | Day Care | Education--Primary & Secondary--Teachers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Food Programs | INTERAGENCY OBESITY COUNCIL | NUTRITION
HB 3120 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to increasing awareness of the dangers of exposing children to secondhand smoke.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | SMOKING | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Tobacco Products
HB 3146 85-0 (2017)
Author: González, Mary | et. al.
Relating to a pilot program for providing services to certain children under the Medicaid medical transportation program.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Women
HB 3183 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al.
Relating to the re-creation of the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE TASK FORCE | GLENDA DAWSON ACT | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3236 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Relating to the costs associated with the provision of certain investigational drugs, biological products, and devices that are in clinical trials.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
HB 3256 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rose, Toni | et. al.
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and hospital districts of disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| BEXAR COUNTY | County Government--General | DALLAS COUNTY | HARRIS COUNTY | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HEPATITIS | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital | TRAVIS COUNTY
HB 3298 85-0 (2017)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to warning signs posted by certain food service establishments that prepare food items containing peanut products.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Business & Commerce--General | FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SIGNS
HB 3299 85-0 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn
Relating to a franchise tax credit for entities that establish a grocery store or healthy corner store in a food desert.
House: Ways & Means
Referred to Ways & Means
| Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | FOOD | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Taxation--Franchise
HB 3304 85-0 (2017)
Author: King, Ken | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for ovarian cancer testing and screening.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Tagged
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | CANCER | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Women
HB 3359 85-0 (2017)
Author: Cosper, ScottSponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to displaying certain informational materials and videos in driver's license offices.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 3469 85-0 (2017)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the licensing and registration of certain assisted living facilities and group home facilities; authorizing the imposition of a civil penalty.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3523 85-0 (2017)
Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for cancer patients.
House: Insurance
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | ORTHOTICS & ORTHOTISTS | PROSTHETISTS & PROSTHETICS
HB 3560 85-0 (2017)
Author: Oliverson, Tom
Relating to a joint interim study regarding health benefit coverage for obesity under certain health benefit plans.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | Legislature
HB 3576 85-0 (2017)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" | et. al.Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the investigation of, and release of information concerning, communicable disease, including the Zika virus and other high consequence communicable diseases.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Protection of Personal Information | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3710 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the comanagement of glaucoma by ophthalmologists and therapeutic optometrists and the establishment of a comanagement registry.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS | TEXAS OPTOMETRY BOARD | THERAPEUTIC OPTOMETRISTS
HB 3711 85-0 (2017)
Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al.
Relating to prevention of communicable diseases in certain long-term care facilities.
House: Public Health
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LONG-TERM CARE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3721 85-0 (2017)
Author: Parker, Tan | et. al.
Relating to access to and participation in cancer clinical trials.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| CANCER | CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 3812 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to an allotment under the foundation school program for students with dyslexia or related disorders.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| DYSLEXIA | Education--Primary & Secondary--Finance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 3851 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to policies and training regarding the use of epinephrine auto-injectors by public institutions of higher education; providing immunity.
House: Higher Education
Placed on General State Calendar
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHYSICIANS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
HB 3891 85-0 (2017)
Author: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to coverage for eating disorders under certain health benefit plans.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3893 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the prescription of epinephrine auto-injectors to and administration of epinephrine auto-injectors in day-care centers; limiting liability.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Day Care | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHYSICIANS
HB 4076 85-0 (2017)
Author: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to fetal alcohol syndrome information provided to pregnant patients.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 4148 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to development of the form for the annual immunization status report by public schools.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4151 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to dissemination of bacterial meningitis information by school districts.
House: Public Education
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
| Education--School Districts | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 4176 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Relating to the use of epinephrine auto-injectors in public schools.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4260 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to the regulation of men's health and safety; creating a civil penalty for unregulated masturbatory emissions.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MAN'S RIGHT TO KNOW ACT | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HJR 111 85-0 (2017)
Author: Alvarado, Carol
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
SB 81 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the operations of the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas; authorizing a trust company to charge the institute an investment fee.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| CANCER | CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 164 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the capacity of certain minors to consent to examination or medical treatment related to childbirth and contraception.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 224 85-0 (2017)
Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.Sponsor: Davis, Sarah | et. al.
Relating to the sunset review date for the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas and the time for awarding cancer research and prevention grants.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Senate appoints conferees-reported
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Finances--Management & Control | Sunset--Commission Bills
SB 269 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by qualifying patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations and testing facilities; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 337 85-0 (2017)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to the age at which a person may purchase aerosol paint.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PAINT, AEROSOL
SB 431 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the authority of an advanced practice registered nurse to sign or issue certain documents.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | REGISTERED NURSES
SB 479 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni
Relating to informed consent to immunizations for children.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Family--Parent & Child | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | INFORMED CONSENT | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 545 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to information regarding autism spectrum disorders.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Disabilities, Persons with | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 596 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to imposing a tax on certain sweetened beverages and ingredients used to make certain sweetened beverages; providing a penalty.
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PERMITS | State Finances--Appropriations | Taxation--Franchise
SB 723 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store and healthy corner store revolving loan fund program.
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Referred to Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
| AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF | Business & Commerce--Small Business & Minority Business | FOOD | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | LOANS
SB 756 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to required coverage for obesity under group health benefit plans.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 850 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffines, Don | et. al.
Relating to the mandatory spinal screening of public and private school students.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Private | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 853 85-0 (2017)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to displaying certain informational materials and videos in driver's license offices.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
SB 910 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the distribution, possession, purchase, consumption, and receipt of cigarettes, e-cigarettes, and tobacco products; providing penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
| COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Minors--Health & Safety | Tobacco Products
SB 1010 85-0 (2017)
Author: Seliger, Kel
Relating to requirements for and the transparency of epidemiological reports and immunization exemption information and reports.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1040 85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for accelerated refills of certain prescription eye drops.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| EYECARE & VISION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 1069 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to certain claims for benefits or compensation by survivors of fire fighters.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
SB 1074 85-0 (2017)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the persons authorized to make an anatomical gift.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS
SB 1081 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burton, Konni | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the administration of prophylaxis to prevent ophthalmia neonatorum.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 1101 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van | et. al.Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the prescription of epinephrine auto-injectors to and administration of epinephrine auto-injectors in day-care centers; limiting liability.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Day Care | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Minors--Health & Safety | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHYSICIANS
SB 1224 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the establishment of a statewide system for stroke response and treatment.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1342 85-0 (2017)
Author: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to prohibited nonconsensual genital surgery on certain minors with intersex traits.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
SB 1367 85-0 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José | et. al.Sponsor: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to policies and training regarding the use of epinephrine auto-injectors by public institutions of higher education; providing immunity.
House: Higher Education Senate: Higher Education
Effective on 9/1/17
| Education--Higher--Faculty | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACIES & PHARMACISTS | PHYSICIANS | STAFF DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING
SB 1417 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to a requirement that a hospital allow a patient to designate a caregiver to receive aftercare instruction regarding the patient.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals
SB 1569 85-0 (2017)
Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to prostitution and the trafficking of persons, civil racketeering related to trafficking, the prosecution of and punishment for certain sexual offenses and offenses involving or related to trafficking, reimbursement of certain costs for criminal victims who are children, and the release and reporting of certain information relating to a child; increasing a criminal penalty; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | CRIME VICTIMS | Crimes--Against Persons--General | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Criminal Procedure--Trial | Education--Junior College Districts | Education--Nonpublic Schools--Vocational/Avocational | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION TASK FORCE | LAW ENFORCEMENT, TEXAS COMMISSION ON | LICENSING & REGULATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Minors--Crimes Against | PROSTITUTION | SECRETARY OF STATE | SUPREME COURT | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1599 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris | et. al.Sponsor: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to maternal mortality reporting and investigation information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/17
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1601 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the establishment by certain counties and municipalities of disease control programs to reduce the risk of certain infectious and communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1681 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the establishment of the Communicable Disease and Public Health Center.
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HIDALGO COUNTY | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1683 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| FOOD | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1684 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the possession and administration of an epinephrine auto-injector by certain entities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHYSICIANS
SB 1693 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña
Relating to a study of seniors with a visual impairment by the Aging Texas Well Advisory Committee.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Aging | EYECARE & VISION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Insurance--Health & Accident | SENIORS WITH A VISUAL IMPAIRMENT TASK FORCE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Transportation--Miscellaneous
SB 1695 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Price, Four
Relating to mosquito control districts established for an urgent public health purpose.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| BORDER | CAMERON COUNTY | Coastal Affairs & Beaches | County Government--General | GULF OF MEXICO | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1769 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to a pilot program for providing services to certain children under the Medicaid medical transportation program.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Transportation--Miscellaneous | Women
SB 1774 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the use of certain controlled substances by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant and the designation of neonatal abstinence syndrome from substance use as a reportable condition.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1924 85-0 (2017)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Price, Four
Relating to the financial self-sufficiency of the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| CANCER PREVENTION & RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF TEXAS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | State Finances--Management & Control
SB 1929 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to maternal mortality and morbidity and pregnancy-related deaths, including postpartum depression.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
House appoints conferees-reported
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | SUNSET ADVISORY COMMISSION | Women
SB 2008 85-0 (2017)
Author: Taylor, Van
Relating to claiming an exemption from required immunizations for public school students.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Admission & Attendance | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 2041 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to a human papillomavirus immunization report.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | HUMAN PAPILLOMA VIRUS | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SCR 9 85-0 (2017)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Urging Congress to explore and negotiate the creation of a binational framework allowing the United States and Mexico to address the threat of communicable diseases.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress
SJR 18 85-0 (2017)
Author: Rodríguez, José
Proposing a constitutional amendment to authorize and regulate the possession, cultivation, and sale of cannabis for medical use.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Resolutions--Constitutional Amendments
HB 9 85-1 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to maternal health and safety, pregnancy-related deaths, and maternal morbidity, including postpartum depression.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 10 85-1 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to maternal morbidity and pregnancy-related deaths.
House: Public Health
Received from the House
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | Minors--Health & Safety | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 11 85-1 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to pregnancy-related deaths and maternal morbidity, including postpartum depression.
House: Public Health
Received from the House
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TEXAS MOMS MATTER ACT | Women
HB 23 85-1 (2017)
Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al.
Relating to a grant program to fund innovative programs for public school students with autism.
House: Public Education
Received from the House
| AUTISM & PERVASIVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISORDERS | EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--Primary & Secondary--Special | Education--Primary & Secondary--Vouchers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 28 85-1 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" | et. al.
Relating to the membership of the Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Task Force.
House: Public Health
Received from the House
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 29 85-1 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to pregnancy information on death certificates.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 51 85-1 (2017)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to pregnancy-related deaths and maternal morbidity, including postpartum depression.
Filed
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 59 85-1 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to maternal morbidity and pregnancy-related deaths.
Filed
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 85 85-1 (2017)
Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations and cannabis testing facilities; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 109 85-1 (2017)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the use of certain controlled substances by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant and the designation of neonatal abstinence syndrome from substance use as a reportable condition.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 186 85-1 (2017)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Relating to the persons authorized to make an anatomical gift.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS
HB 225 85-1 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the membership of the Maternal Mortality and Morbidity Task Force.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 227 85-1 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the creation of a maternal health care improvement program to address maternal morbidity.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 236 85-1 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the provision of information to certain women enrolled in the Texas women's health program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | Women | WOMEN'S HEALTH PROGRAM
HB 247 85-1 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to pregnancy information on death certificates.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 305 85-1 (2017)
Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina"
Relating to the screening of certain women for substance use and postpartum depression.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 329 85-1 (2017)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to maternal health care.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 17 85-1 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Burkett, Cindy | et. al.
Relating to maternal health and safety, pregnancy-related deaths, and maternal morbidity, including postpartum depression.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
SB 26 85-1 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the use of certain controlled substances by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant and the designation of neonatal abstinence syndrome from substance use as a reportable condition.
Filed
| Crimes--Drugs | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 43 85-1 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to pregnancy-related deaths and maternal morbidity, including postpartum depression.
Filed
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 59 85-1 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to pregnancy-related deaths and maternal morbidity and the creation of a maternal health care quality improvement program.
Filed
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
SB 79 85-1 (2017)
Author: Menéndez, José
Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of medical cannabis for medical use by qualifying patients with certain debilitating medical conditions and the licensing of dispensing organizations and testing facilities; authorizing fees.
Filed
| Crimes--Drugs | Electronic Information Systems | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MARIHUANA | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 82 85-1 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to pregnancy-related deaths and maternal morbidity, including postpartum depression.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 21 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul
Relating to authorizing patients with certain terminal illnesses to access certain investigational drugs, biological products, and devices that are in clinical trials.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | RIGHT TO TRY ACT
HB 50 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 60 84-0 (2015)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to firefighters and emergency medical technicians who bring certain claims for benefits or compensation.
House: Urban Affairs
Left pending in committee
| EMPLOYEE BENEFITS & LEAVE | Fire Fighters & Police--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions
HB 65 84-0 (2015)
Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Relating to disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain communicable diseases; authorizing fees.
House: County Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BEXAR COUNTY | DALLAS COUNTY | EL PASO COUNTY | HARRIS COUNTY | Health--AIDS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Hospitals | NEEDLES & SYRINGES | NUECES COUNTY | TRAVIS COUNTY | WEBB COUNTY
HB 175 84-0 (2015)
Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.Sponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to the establishment of the Veterans Recovery Pilot Program to provide certain veterans with hyperbaric oxygen treatment.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on intent calendar
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Military & Veterans | PHYSICIANS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
