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HB 3 87-0 (2021) 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
HB 15 87-0 (2021) Relating to the creation of the Texas brain university research initiative. House: Higher Education
Senate: Health & Human Services
Not again placed on intent calendar
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 508 87-0 (2021) Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al. Relating to health benefit plan coverage of preexisting conditions. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 1270 87-0 (2021) Author: Stephenson, Phil | et. al. Relating to the practice of chiropractic. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 1914 87-0 (2021) Author: Schofield, Mike
Sponsor: 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
HB 1922 87-0 (2021) Author: Thierry, Shawn Relating to a state plan for responding to pandemics. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
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
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
HB 1966 87-0 (2021) Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Sponsor: 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
HB 1967 87-0 (2021) Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 2271 87-0 (2021) Author: Turner, John Relating to a state plan for responding to pandemics. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
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
HB 2316 87-0 (2021) Author: Turner, John Relating to a COVID-19 vaccine public awareness campaign. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 3366 87-0 (2021) Author: Klick, Stephanie
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 3920 87-0 (2021) Author: Dean, Jay
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 4080 87-0 (2021) Author: Jetton, Jacey
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to issuance of autism awareness specialty license plates. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 4125 87-0 (2021) Author: Vasut, Cody Relating to state and local government responses to disasters. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 4304 87-0 (2021) Author: Schaefer, Matt Relating to information regarding perinatal palliative care. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
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.
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
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
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
HB 4393 87-0 (2021) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey | et. al. Relating to disaster relief and recovery. House: Appropriations Referred to Appropriations
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
HB 4488 87-0 (2021) Author: Larson, Lyle Relating to legislative review of certain state agency rules. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
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
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
HCR 86 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 239 87-0 (2021) Author: Powell, Beverly
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 292 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to supportive palliative care services. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 293 87-0 (2021) Author: Perry, Charles | et. al. Relating to the practice of chiropractic. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
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
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
SB 367 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
SB 435 87-0 (2021) Author: Blanco, César Relating to a state plan for responding to pandemics. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
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
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
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
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
SB 464 87-0 (2021) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 580 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to newborn and infant hearing screenings. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
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
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
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
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
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
SB 923 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to open government. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
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
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
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
SB 969 87-0 (2021) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: 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
SB 970 87-0 (2021) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 1310 87-0 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to informed consent to immunizations for children. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 1397 87-0 (2021) Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 1616 87-0 (2021) Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 1692 87-0 (2021) Author: Miles, Borris
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
SB 1941 87-0 (2021) Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Sponsor: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to a strategic plan to address hyperemesis gravidarum. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/21
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 16 87-1 (2021) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for breast cancer patients. Filed
HB 17 87-1 (2021) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to health benefit plan coverage for hair prostheses for cancer patients. Filed
HB 51 87-1 (2021) Author: Reynolds, Ron Relating to the establishment of the Texas Environmental Justice Advisory Council. Filed
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
HB 173 87-1 (2021) Author: Vasut, Cody Relating to state and local government responses to disasters. Filed
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
HB 211 87-1 (2021) Author: Tinderholt, Tony Relating to prohibited COVID-19 vaccine passports; providing a civil penalty. Filed
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
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
HB 293 87-1 (2021) Author: Noble, Candy | et. al. Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines. Filed
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
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
SB 66 87-1 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the provision of certain gender-affirming therapy and counseling to children. Filed
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
SB 77 87-1 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines. Filed
HB 24 87-2 (2021) Author: Noble, Candy | et. al. Relating to prohibited vaccination status discrimination and requirements for COVID-19 vaccines. Filed
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
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
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
HB 125 87-2 (2021) Author: Tinderholt, Tony | et. al. Relating to prohibited COVID-19 vaccine passports; providing a civil penalty. Filed
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
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
HB 174 87-2 (2021) Author: Turner, John Relating to a COVID-19 vaccine public awareness campaign. Filed
HB 182 87-2 (2021) Author: Noble, Candy | et. al. Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements. Filed
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
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
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
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
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
SB 23 87-2 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the provision of certain gender-affirming therapy and counseling to children. Filed
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
SB 80 87-2 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al. Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements. Co-author authorized
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
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
SB 87 87-2 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al. Relating to health care facility reporting of COVID-19 data. Co-author authorized
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
SB 93 87-2 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to an exception to the prohibition on COVID-19 vaccine passports. Filed
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
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
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
SB 99 87-2 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to prohibiting COVID-19 vaccine mandates by a governmental entity. Filed
SB 100 87-2 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to the authority of governmental entities to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for entity employees. Filed
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
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
HB 37 87-3 (2021) Author: Noble, Candy | et. al. Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 94 87-3 (2021) Author: White, James Relating to the establishment of a COVID-19 health information clearinghouse. Filed
HB 96 87-3 (2021) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry. Filed
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
HB 109 87-3 (2021) Author: Cain, Briscoe Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
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
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
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
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
HB 126 87-3 (2021) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to a policy requiring the use of face coverings in public schools. Filed
HB 134 87-3 (2021) Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al. Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
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
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
HB 165 87-3 (2021) Author: Slaton, Bryan | et. al. Relating to employer civil liability for COVID-19 vaccine requirements. Filed
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
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
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
SB 15 87-3 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the provision of certain gender-affirming therapy and counseling to children. Filed
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
SB 30 87-3 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to the authority of governmental entities to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for entity employees. Filed
SB 31 87-3 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan Relating to an exception to the prohibition on COVID-19 vaccine passports. Filed
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
SB 35 87-3 (2021) Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al. Relating to exemptions from certain vaccination requirements. Co-author authorized
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
SB 39 87-3 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah | et. al. Relating to health care facility reporting of COVID-19 data. Filed
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 476 86-0 (2019) Author: Howard, Donna
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 812 86-0 (2019) Author: White, James
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 1255 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al. Relating to patient records regarding maternal death. House: Public Health Considered in Calendars
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 1418 86-0 (2019) Author: Phelan, Dade
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 1645 86-0 (2019) Author: Beckley, Michelle | et. al. Relating to health benefit plan coverage of preexisting conditions. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance
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
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
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
HB 1849 86-0 (2019) Author: Klick, Stephanie
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
HB 2057 86-0 (2019) Author: Zerwas, John Relating to supportive palliative care. House: Public Health Committee report sent to Calendars
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
HB 2114 86-0 (2019) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to health benefit plan coverage of preexisting conditions. House: Insurance Left pending in committee
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 3394 86-0 (2019) Author: Johnson, Jarvis
Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the issuance of sickle cell disease awareness specialty license plates. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 4260 86-0 (2019) Author: Cortez, Philip
Sponsor: 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
HB 4274 86-0 (2019) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to informed consent to immunizations for children. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HR 2189 86-0 (2019) Author: Krause, Matt Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1207. Reported enrolled
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 384 86-0 (2019) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 559 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to patient records regarding maternal death. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
House passage as amended reported
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 869 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: 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
SB 916 86-0 (2019) Author: Johnson, Nathan
Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to supportive palliative care. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 1056 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 1113 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 1404 86-0 (2019) Author: Powell, Beverly
Sponsor: 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
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
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
SB 1582 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 1780 86-0 (2019) Author: Paxton, Angela
Sponsor: 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
SB 1827 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 2151 86-0 (2019) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 107 85-0 (2017) Author: Davis, Sarah | et. al. Relating to a human papillomavirus immunization report. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
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
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
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
HB 224 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to health benefit plan coverage of preexisting conditions. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance
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
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
HB 274 85-0 (2017) Author: Gonzales, Larry Relating to information regarding spina bifida. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 1067 85-0 (2017) Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al. Relating to newborn screening tests for adrenoleukodystrophy. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 1937 85-0 (2017) Author: Villalba, Jason Relating to newborn screening tests for adrenoleukodystrophy. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
HB 2695 85-0 (2017) Author: White, James Relating to information regarding fetal alcohol spectrum disorders. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 3359 85-0 (2017) Author: Cosper, Scott
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
SB 81 85-0 (2017) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
SB 1924 85-0 (2017) Author: Schwertner, Charles
Sponsor: 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
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
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
SB 2041 85-0 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to a human papillomavirus immunization report. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 29 85-1 (2017) Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" Relating to pregnancy information on death certificates. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 51 85-1 (2017) Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al. Relating to pregnancy-related deaths and maternal morbidity, including postpartum depression. Filed
HB 59 85-1 (2017) Author: Walle, Armando | et. al. Relating to maternal morbidity and pregnancy-related deaths. Filed
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 247 85-1 (2017) Author: Ortega, Evelina "Lina" Relating to pregnancy information on death certificates. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
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
HB 329 85-1 (2017) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to maternal health care. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
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
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
SB 43 85-1 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to pregnancy-related deaths and maternal morbidity, including postpartum depression. Filed
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
HB 177 84-0 (2015) Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al.
Sponsor: Bettencourt, Paul | et. al.
Relating to the research, collection, and use of adult stem cells. House: State Affairs
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 269 84-0 (2015) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store and healthy corner store revolving loan fund program. House: Agriculture & Livestock No action taken in committee
HB 390 84-0 (2015) Author: White, James Relating to the establishment of the Veterans Recovery Program to provide certain veterans with hyperbaric oxygen treatment. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 502 84-0 (2015) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the re-creation of the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 566 84-0 (2015) Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al. Relating to the use of epinephrine auto-injectors on public and open-enrollment charter school campuses and at off-campus school-sanctioned events. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 608 84-0 (2015) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to vaccines authorized under the adult safety net vaccination program. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 611 84-0 (2015) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to reporting requirements concerning Ebola virus disease. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 694 84-0 (2015) Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al. Relating to coverage for supplemental breast cancer screening under certain health benefit plans. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 819 84-0 (2015) Author: Sheffield, J. D.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the definition of a public health nuisance; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 837 84-0 (2015) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to the medical use of marihuana; providing a defense to prosecution for possession of marihuana. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 892 84-0 (2015) Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al. Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis and the regulation of related organizations and individuals; requiring a dispensing organization to obtain a license to dispense low-THC cannabis and any employee of a dispensing organization to obtain a registration; authorizing fees. House: Public Health Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1038 84-0 (2015) Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to premium payment assistance for insurance coverage for hemophilia medical treatment. House: Insurance
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 1282 84-0 (2015) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. Relating to a human papillomavirus-associated cancer strategic plan developed by the Department of State Health Services. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 1388 84-0 (2015) Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 1495 84-0 (2015) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to authorizing the electronic transmission of certain communications related to the prevention of communicable diseases. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1595 84-0 (2015) Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to testing certain defendants or confined persons for communicable diseases. House: Corrections
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 1674 84-0 (2015) Author: Howard, Donna | et. al. Relating to a physician counseling requirement for persons claiming an immunization exemption on the basis of conscience, including a religious belief. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1724 84-0 (2015) Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al. Relating to the establishment of a state plan for Streptococcus pneumoniae education and prevention. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 1952 84-0 (2015) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to grants awarded by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 2006 84-0 (2015) Author: Villalba, Jason Relating to exemptions from immunization requirements for public school students and students at public institutions of higher education. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 2055 84-0 (2015) Author: Davis, Sarah
Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the establishment of a sentinel surveillance program for emerging and neglected tropical diseases. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2087 84-0 (2015) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to the development of healthy nutrition and physical activity guidelines for licensed child-care providers, public school teachers, and public school administrators. House: Human Services Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 2171 84-0 (2015) Author: Sheffield, J. D. | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to information maintained in the immunization registry with the consent of an individual after the individual becomes an adult. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2174 84-0 (2015) Author: Zerwas, John Relating to testing for and education about congenital cytomegalovirus in infants. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 2311 84-0 (2015) Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al. Relating to the failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Agriculture & Livestock Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2323 84-0 (2015) Author: Blanco, César Relating to mandatory spinal screenings for children in certain grades attending public or private schools. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2395 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to the testing of a juvenile for a sexually transmitted disease or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) following the filing of a petition and a finding of probable cause that the juvenile has engaged in certain delinquent conduct. House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Referred to Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
HB 2422 84-0 (2015) Author: Bohac, Dwayne Relating to the acquisition and use by a school district of an electroencephalogram brain assessment platform to monitor concussions in student athletes. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2474 84-0 (2015) 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
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2541 84-0 (2015) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. Relating to health benefit plan coverage of certain treatments for enrollees diagnosed with a terminal illness; authorizing administrative and civil penalties. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 2585 84-0 (2015) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to implementation of a rapid response system in certain hospitals. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 2588 84-0 (2015) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to disclosures by nursing facilities and assisted living facilities regarding certification or classification to provide specialized care, treatment, or personal care services to residents with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders and the authority of the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission to adopt rules defining those conditions; adding requirements for an occupational license. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2646 84-0 (2015) Author: Giddings, Helen
Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the disclosure of information regarding communicable diseases to first responders and certain entities. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2752 84-0 (2015) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. Relating to a chronic respiratory disease state strategic plan developed by the Department of State Health Services. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2770 84-0 (2015) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to emergency response employees or volunteers and others exposed or potentially exposed to certain diseases or parasites. House: Urban Affairs Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2813 84-0 (2015) Author: King, Ken | et. al.
Sponsor: Eltife, Kevin | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for ovarian cancer screening. House: Insurance
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 2847 84-0 (2015) Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al. Relating to policies and training regarding the use of epinephrine auto-injectors by school districts and open-enrollment charter schools; providing immunity. House: Public Education Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2854 84-0 (2015) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to certain claims for benefits or compensation by firefighters and emergency medical technicians or their survivors. House: Urban Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 2902 84-0 (2015) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to studies and reports on immunization exemptions. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 2906 84-0 (2015) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to certain diagnostic testing during pregnancy. House: Public Health Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2908 84-0 (2015) Author: Parker, Tan Relating to authorizing patients with certain terminal illnesses and severe chronic diseases to access certain investigational drugs, biological products, and devices that are in clinical trials. House: Public Health Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2950 84-0 (2015) Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to the Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 3074 84-0 (2015) Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Relating to the provision of artificially administered nutrition and hydration and life-sustaining treatment. House: State Affairs
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 3155 84-0 (2015) Author: Sheffield, J. D. Relating to insurance coverage for hemophilia medical treatment. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3282 84-0 (2015) Author: Simmons, Ron | et. al. Relating to the coordination of, communication of best practices concerning, and collection of information pertaining to the provision of evidence-based behavioral services for students with autism spectrum disorder in this state. House: Public Education Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3317 84-0 (2015) Author: Sanford, Scott Relating to continuing education requirements regarding autism awareness for peace officers. House: Emerging Issues In Texas Law Enforcement, Select No action taken in committee
HB 3414 84-0 (2015) Author: Frank, James | et. al. Relating to advance directives and health care and treatment decisions. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 3473 84-0 (2015) Author: Bonnen, Greg Relating to the provision of a cranial molding orthosis under the medical assistance and child health plan programs. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 3574 84-0 (2015) 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
HB 3651 84-0 (2015) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al. Relating to the manufacture, sale, distribution, possession, and use of drugs not approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration and the false representation that a substance is a drug approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration or intended for the prevention or treatment of diseases in humans; creating criminal offenses. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 3706 84-0 (2015) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to requiring certain food service establishments that prepare peanut products to post warning signs. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3785 84-0 (2015) Author: Márquez, Marisa | et. al. Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of cannabis for medical purposes; authorizing fees. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 3820 84-0 (2015) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to safe patient handling practices at hospitals and nursing homes; providing an administrative penalty. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3875 84-0 (2015) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to a policy on vaccine-preventable diseases for public schools. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3954 84-0 (2015) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to fetal alcohol syndrome information provided to pregnant patients. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3986 84-0 (2015) Author: Simmons, Ron Relating to coverage by certain health benefit plans for certain services prescribed to treat autism spectrum disorder. House: Insurance Placed on General State Calendar
SB 66 84-0 (2015) Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Sponsor: Crownover, Myra | et. al.
Relating to the use of epinephrine auto-injectors on public school and open-enrollment charter school campuses and at or in transit to or from off-campus school events. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 197 84-0 (2015) Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al.
Sponsor: Keffer, Jim
Relating to the financial self-sufficiency of the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Point of order sustained
SB 298 84-0 (2015) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of public school students. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 339 84-0 (2015) Author: Eltife, Kevin | et. al.
Sponsor: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.
Relating to the medical use of low-THC cannabis and the regulation of related organizations and individuals; requiring a dispensing organization to obtain a license to dispense low-THC cannabis and any employee of a dispensing organization to obtain a registration; authorizing fees. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 355 84-0 (2015) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to control measures for an individual exposed to a communicable disease. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 468 84-0 (2015) 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
SB 491 84-0 (2015) Author: Schwertner, Charles Relating to consideration of asbestos or silica trust claims in certain actions asserting asbestos- or silica-related injuries. Senate: State Affairs Left pending in committee
SB 538 84-0 (2015) Author: Schwertner, Charles | et. al. Relating to the control of infectious diseases. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Withdrawn from schedule
SB 547 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to epidemiological reports and immunization exemption data and reports. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 779 84-0 (2015) Author: Huffman, Joan
Sponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to access to certain medical test results in a criminal proceeding; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 791 84-0 (2015) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to education about congenital cytomegalovirus in infants. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 970 84-0 (2015) Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Kacal, Kyle
Relating to the failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Water & Rural Affairs
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1114 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to a policy on vaccine-preventable diseases for public schools. Senate: Education Left pending in committee
SB 1128 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Sponsor: Davis, Sarah
Relating to certain diagnostic testing during pregnancy. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1163 84-0 (2015) Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al. Relating to advance directives and health care and treatment decisions. Senate: Health & Human Services Co-author authorized
SB 1371 84-0 (2015) 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
SB 1374 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to requiring that certain strategic plans of certain state agencies include the goals of reducing the incidence of food insecurity, poor nutrition, and diet-related disease in this state. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1476 84-0 (2015) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to strategic plan goals to address hunger, food, nutrition, physical activity, and obesity in this state. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1574 84-0 (2015) Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Sponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to emergency response employees or volunteers and others exposed or potentially exposed to certain diseases or parasites and to visa waivers for certain physicians. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1701 84-0 (2015) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to a human papillomavirus-associated cancer strategic plan developed by the Department of State Health Services. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1705 84-0 (2015) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to the testing of a juvenile for a sexually transmitted disease or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) following the filing of a petition and a finding of probable cause that the juvenile has engaged in certain delinquent conduct. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1768 84-0 (2015) Author: Creighton, Brandon Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1790 84-0 (2015) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the manufacture, sale, distribution, possession, and use of drugs not approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration and the false representation that a substance is a drug approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration; creating criminal offenses. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1836 84-0 (2015) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to a chronic respiratory disease state strategic plan developed by the Department of State Health Services. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee
SB 1839 84-0 (2015) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to authorizing the possession, use, cultivation, distribution, transportation, and delivery of cannabis for medical purposes; authorizing fees. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1884 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the provision of cognitive rehabilitation therapy under the Medicaid program. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1886 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to developing a program to provide telemedicine medical services to certain children. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1901 84-0 (2015) Author: Campbell, Donna Relating to emergency response employees or volunteers and others exposed or potentially exposed to certain diseases or parasites. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 2003 84-0 (2015) Author: Eltife, Kevin | et. al. Relating to health benefit plan coverage for ovarian cancer screening. Senate: Business & Commerce Left pending in committee
SB 2058 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to food allergen awareness in food service establishments; authorizing a fee; requiring a food allergen awareness certification for certain food service employees. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 365 83-0 (2013) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians. House: Urban Affairs Placed on General State Calendar
HB 392 83-0 (2013) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to newborn screening for congenital heart defects. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 446 83-0 (2013) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to information about fetal alcohol syndrome to be provided to pregnant patients. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 495 83-0 (2013) Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana | et. al. Relating to coverage for supplemental breast cancer screening under certain health benefit plans. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 512 83-0 (2013) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the eligibility of certain inmates for release on medically recommended intensive supervision. House: Corrections Left pending in committee
HB 565 83-0 (2013) Author: Laubenberg, Jodie Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of entering students at public and private or independent institutions of higher education. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 594 83-0 (2013) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al. Relating to the medical use of marihuana. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 595 83-0 (2013) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to certain health programs and councils. House: Government Efficiency & Reform
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 725 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al. Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 740 83-0 (2013) Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to newborn screening for critical congenital heart disease and other disorders. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 771 83-0 (2013) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to information maintained in the immunization registry after an individual becomes an adult. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 951 83-0 (2013) Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al. Relating to the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1080 83-0 (2013) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to the issuance of permits for dairy farming in certain areas of the state. House: Agriculture & Livestock Left pending in committee
HB 1085 83-0 (2013) Author: Walle, Armando | et. al. Relating to the creation of a task force to study maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity. House: Public Health Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1091 83-0 (2013) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to firefighters and emergency medical technicians who bring certain claims for benefits or compensation. House: Urban Affairs Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 1150 83-0 (2013) Author: Zerwas, John Relating to a policy on vaccine-preventable diseases for licensed child-care facilities. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1221 83-0 (2013) Author: Miles, Borris | et. al. Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program. House: Agriculture & Livestock Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 1264 83-0 (2013) Author: Huberty, Dan
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to information regarding the number of public school students with dyslexia. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 1325 83-0 (2013) Author: Miller, Doug | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the dismissal of certain actions arising from exposure to asbestos and silica. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1454 83-0 (2013) Author: Gonzalez, Naomi
Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to events to educate students about Type 2 diabetes in certain school districts. House: International Trade & Intergovernmental Affairs
Senate: Education
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 1455 83-0 (2013) Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al. Relating to in-hospital and out-of-hospital do-not-resuscitate orders and advance directives; providing a criminal penalty. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1507 83-0 (2013) Author: Zerwas, John Relating to the minimum standards for birthing centers and certain health professionals. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1539 83-0 (2013) Author: Perry, Charles | et. al. Relating to certain advance directives and health care and treatment decisions. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1566 83-0 (2013) Author: Miller, Rick Relating to testing of a juvenile for a sexually transmitted disease or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) upon the filing of a petition alleging delinquent conduct. House: Corrections Left pending in committee
HB 1611 83-0 (2013) Author: Perez, Mary Ann | et. al. Relating to the date by which certain entering students at public and private or independent institutions of higher education must receive a vaccination against bacterial meningitis. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1690 83-0 (2013) Author: Fletcher, Allen
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to measures to prevent or control the entry into or spread in this state of certain communicable diseases; providing a penalty. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 1718 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the eligibility of certain terminally ill individuals to purchase a resident hunting license. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Natural Resources
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1750 83-0 (2013) Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al. Relating to the development and distribution of information regarding certain breast surgeries for patients. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 1915 83-0 (2013) Author: Cortez, Philip Relating to the adoption of an ethics policy by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2032 83-0 (2013) Author: Collier, Nicole Relating to the authority of the board of hospital managers of the Tarrant County Hospital District to adopt and implement a tobacco-related preventable disease policy. House: County Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 2042 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al. Relating to the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force. House: Public Health Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2069 83-0 (2013) Author: Bonnen, Dennis Relating to the release of inmates convicted of certain violent crimes on medically recommended intensive supervision. House: Corrections Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
HB 2073 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to driving with certain untreated sleep disorders or employing a person with an untreated sleep disorder as a commercial motor vehicle driver; creating offenses. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2124 83-0 (2013) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to a medical power of attorney. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2128 83-0 (2013) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. Relating to the designation of ST segment elevation myocardial infarction facilities. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 2186 83-0 (2013) Author: Workman, Paul Relating to authority of certain facilities to temporarily detain a person with mental illness. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 2217 83-0 (2013) Author: Bonnen, Greg Relating to the provision of a cranial molding orthosis under the medical assistance and child health plan programs. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 2222 83-0 (2013) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to the minimum patient age for administration of an immunization or vaccination by a pharmacist. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 2342 83-0 (2013) Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al. Relating to the research, collection, and use of adult stem cells. House: State Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2470 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to venue for actions to revoke certain medical powers of attorney. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Referred directly to subcommittee by chair
HB 2483 83-0 (2013) Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to including oral health education as part of the coordinated health program for public elementary, middle, and junior high school students. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 2525 83-0 (2013) Author: Kleinschmidt, Tim Relating to a criminal penalty for failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission. House: Agriculture & Livestock Left pending in committee
HB 2529 83-0 (2013) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain communicable diseases. Filed
HB 2533 83-0 (2013) Author: Zerwas, John Relating to coverage for and access to hemophilia medical treatment. House: Insurance Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2545 83-0 (2013) Author: Miller, Doug Relating to settlement credits in asbestos and silica cases. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 2598 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to AIDS, HIV, and hepatitis education and testing for inmates, state jail defendants, and employees of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. House: Corrections Left pending in committee
HB 2625 83-0 (2013) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al. Relating to disease management practices of local mental health authorities. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2629 83-0 (2013) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the determination of the impairment rating of an employee with a lumbar injury under the workers' compensation system. House: Business & Industry Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2669 83-0 (2013) Author: Vo, Hubert Relating to a release of certain adult stem cell donor information by the Department of Public Safety. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2709 83-0 (2013) Author: Cortez, Philip Relating to the establishment of a state plan for Streptococcus pneumoniae education and prevention. House: Public Health Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2711 83-0 (2013) Author: Perez, Mary Ann Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of public school students and of certain entering students at public and private or independent institutions of higher education. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 2929 83-0 (2013) Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for brain injury. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 2993 83-0 (2013) Author: King, Tracy Relating to the creation of a game animal meat safety task force. House: Agriculture & Livestock Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3196 83-0 (2013) Author: Price, Walter "Four"
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to licensing and certification requirements for certain health facilities and to the allocation of Medicaid beds in certain of those facilities; increasing fees. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3227 83-0 (2013) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al. Relating to coverage of certain eating disorders as serious mental illnesses under certain group health benefit plans. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
HB 3238 83-0 (2013) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al. Relating to disease control pilot programs to reduce the risk of certain communicable diseases; authorizing a fee. House: County Affairs Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 3285 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Yvonne
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the reporting of health care associated infections. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3515 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to the establishment of a statewide system for stroke response and treatment. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3516 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to the establishment of a statewide system for the response to and treatment of certain types of heart attacks. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3616 83-0 (2013) Author: Burnam, Lon | et. al. Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program. House: Agriculture & Livestock Left pending in committee
HB 3656 83-0 (2013) Author: Hughes, Bryan Relating to court authorization of elective surgery for certain persons with disabilities. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 3732 83-0 (2013) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3884 83-0 (2013) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to the creation of a pilot program for the identification and treatment of a concussion suffered by a student athlete. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HR 1895 83-0 (2013) Author: Eiland, Craig Expressing support for chronic care coordination and encouraging the adoption of evidence-based strategies to prevent, postpone, and treat chronic diseases. House: Rules & Resolutions Reported enrolled
SB 62 83-0 (2013) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of entering students at public and private or independent institutions of higher education. House: Public Health
Senate: Higher Education
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SB 64 83-0 (2013) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to a policy on vaccine-preventable diseases for licensed child-care facilities. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 149 83-0 (2013) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 153 83-0 (2013) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to the amounts of administrative penalties assessed or imposed against certain health facilities. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 185 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob
Sponsor: Huberty, Dan
Relating to information regarding the number of public school students with dyslexia. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 253 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to newborn screening for congenital heart defects. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 386 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Wendy Relating to the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 403 83-0 (2013) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store and healthy corner store revolving loan fund program. Senate: Government Organization Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 415 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the establishment of a community development grocery store revolving loan fund program. Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security Referred to Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
SB 493 83-0 (2013) 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 s/c on Fiscal Matters by Chair
SB 495 83-0 (2013) Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Sponsor: Walle, Armando | et. al.
Relating to the creation of a task force to study maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 504 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob
Sponsor: King, Susan
Relating to the requirement that certain schoolchildren be screened for abnormal spinal curvature. House: Public Education
Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 523 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the issuance of permits for dairy farming in certain areas of the state. Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 651 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodríguez, José
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to a medical power of attorney. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: Jurisprudence
See remarks for effective date
SB 675 83-0 (2013) Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al. Relating to certain advance directives and health care and treatment decisions. Senate: Health & Human Services Co-author authorized
SB 807 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Sheffield, J. D.
Relating to the authority of the Department of State Health Services to admit certain nonresident tuberculosis patients to a state chest hospital. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 813 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Wendy Relating to benefit plan coverage for autism spectrum disorder. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 882 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to limitations on the percentage of money awarded by the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas for certain uses. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 924 83-0 (2013) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to strategic plans to address hunger, food, nutrition, and obesity in this state. Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 954 83-0 (2013) Author: Davis, Wendy Relating to the authority of the board of hospital managers of the Tarrant County Hospital District to adopt and implement a tobacco-related preventable disease policy. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Left pending in committee
SB 991 83-0 (2013) Author: West, Royce
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to the release of certain inmates on medically recommended intensive supervision. House: Corrections
Senate: Criminal Justice
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 996 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al. Relating to health benefit plan coverage for brain injury. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1051 83-0 (2013) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to the determination of the impairment rating of an employee with a lumbar injury under the workers' compensation system. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 1054 83-0 (2013) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al. Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of public school students and of certain entering students at public and private or independent institutions of higher education. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1112 83-0 (2013) 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
SB 1177 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to the development of a statewide ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction system of care plan. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
SB 1183 83-0 (2013) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to testing of a juvenile for a sexually transmitted disease or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) on the filing of a petition alleging delinquent conduct that includes certain sexual offenses. House: Corrections
Senate: Criminal Justice
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 1484 83-0 (2013) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Sponsor: Gonzales, Larry | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for enrollees diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 1667 83-0 (2013) Author: Duncan, Robert Relating to a chronic neurological disease registry; authorizing a fee. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1687 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to the establishment of a statewide system for stroke response and treatment. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1750 83-0 (2013) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to a criminal penalty for failure to handle certain animals in accordance with rules of the Texas Animal Health Commission. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Agriculture, Rural Affairs & Homeland Security
Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
SB 1764 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to the provision of a cranial molding orthosis under the medical assistance and child health plan programs. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1765 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to the reporting of health care-associated infections at health care facilities. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1786 83-0 (2013) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the restriction of certain foods at public schools. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1809 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to the establishment of a statewide system for the response to and treatment of certain types of heart attacks. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 1912 83-0 (2013) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to disease management practices of local mental health authorities. Senate: Health & Human Services Left pending in committee
HB 27 83-1 (2013) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the research, collection, and use of adult stem cells. Filed
HB 47 83-2 (2013) Author: Burnam, Lon Relating to a marketing and outreach campaign and services to reduce unintended pregnancies and lower rates of sexually transmitted diseases. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 39 83-2 (2013) Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al. Relating to a marketing and outreach campaign and services to reduce unintended pregnancies and lower rates of sexually transmitted diseases. Filed
HB 114 82-0 (2011) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to designating April as Minority Cancer Awareness Month. House: Public Health
Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 117 82-0 (2011) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al. Relating to disease control outreach programs to reduce the risk of certain communicable diseases. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 123 82-0 (2011) Author: Veasey, Marc | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to an adult diabetes education program in certain county hospital systems and hospital districts. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 286 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the care of elementary and secondary school students with food or other life-threatening allergies. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 383 82-0 (2011) Author: Menendez, Jose Relating to allowing a surrogate decision-maker to consent to certain medical treatments on behalf of an inmate of a correctional facility. House: Corrections Referred to Corrections
HB 402 82-0 (2011) Author: Fletcher, Allen Relating to public school students who have dyscalculia. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 438 82-0 (2011) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Sponsor: Carona, John | et. al.
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for orally administered anticancer medications. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 639 82-0 (2011) Author: Branch, Dan | et. al. Relating to school district policies for the care of students at risk for anaphylaxis. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 669 82-0 (2011) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to informing a patient concerning reconstructive breast surgery before performing certain surgical procedures. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 727 82-0 (2011) Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al. Relating to a voluntary statewide diabetes mellitus registry. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 742 82-0 (2011) Author: Hunter, Todd
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to student information required to be provided at the time of enrollment in public schools. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
HB 834 82-0 (2011) Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana | et. al. Relating to supplemental breast cancer screening. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 1128 82-0 (2011) Author: Menendez, Jose
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to consent to certain medical treatments by a surrogate decision-maker on behalf of certain inmates. House: Public Health
Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1133 82-0 (2011) Author: Walle, Armando | et. al. Relating to the creation of a review board to study maternal mortality and severe maternal morbidity. House: Public Health Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 1255 82-0 (2011) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to programs, services, and information related to women's health, family planning, and human sexuality. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1292 82-0 (2011) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al. Relating to coverage of certain eating disorders as serious mental illnesses under certain group health benefit plans. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance
HB 1321 82-0 (2011) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance
HB 1491 82-0 (2011) Author: Naishtat, Elliott Relating to the medical use of marihuana. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1557 82-0 (2011) Author: Reynolds, Ron | et. al. Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of first-time students at public and private or independent institutions of higher education. House: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
HB 1657 82-0 (2011) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the reporting of health care associated infections. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 1672 82-0 (2011) Author: Jackson, Jim | et. al. Relating to the education of public school students with dyslexia, the education and training of educators who teach students with dyslexia, and the assessment of students with dyslexia attending an institution of higher education. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1673 82-0 (2011) Author: Jackson, Jim Relating to testing accommodations for a person with dyslexia taking a licensing examination administered by a state agency. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Referred to Licensing & Administrative Procedures
HB 1744 82-0 (2011) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. House: Insurance Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1816 82-0 (2011) Author: Howard, Charlie | et. al. Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of first-time students at public and private or independent institutions of higher education. House: Public Health Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1875 82-0 (2011) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois Relating to the repeal of certain health programs, task forces, and councils, to the review of certain health programs, councils, centers, and divisions under the Texas Sunset Act, and to the transfer of certain functions to the Department of State Health Services; providing penalties. House: Government Efficiency & Reform Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2038 82-0 (2011) Author: Price, Walter "Four" | et. al.
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Relating to prevention, treatment, and oversight of concussions affecting public school students participating in interscholastic athletics. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2075 82-0 (2011) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to certain diseases or illnesses suffered by firefighters and emergency medical technicians. House: Urban Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2102 82-0 (2011) Author: Hernandez Luna, Ana | et. al.
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the requirement that certain mammography reports contain information regarding supplemental breast cancer screening. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2312 82-0 (2011) Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the creation of a sickle cell disease program. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 2648 82-0 (2011) Author: Fletcher, Allen Relating to the reestablishment of the Texas Bleeding Disorders Advisory Council. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 2946 82-0 (2011) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to group health benefit plan coverage for loss or impairment of speech, language, or hearing. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance
HB 2975 82-0 (2011) Author: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to continuing education for physicians and nurses regarding the treatment of tick-borne diseases. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 3171 82-0 (2011) Author: Gonzalez, Naomi Relating to improved efficiency in the delivery of Medicaid services to certain recipients, including recipients with chronic diseases, through the use of telemedicine, telehealth, and home telemonitoring services and certain disease management initiatives. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3279 82-0 (2011) Author: Shelton, Mark Relating to the creation of the Santa Rosa grant program. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 3336 82-0 (2011) Author: Coleman, Garnet
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to information regarding pertussis for parents of newborn children. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 3459 82-0 (2011) Author: Eiland, Craig
Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the containment of costs incurred in the correctional health care system. House: Corrections
Senate: Criminal Justice
Senate adopts conf. comm. report-reported
HB 3520 82-0 (2011) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al. Relating to advance directives or health care or treatment decisions made by or on behalf of patients. House: Human Services Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3557 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al. Relating to coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance
HB 3724 82-0 (2011) Author: Guillen, Ryan
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
HCR 170 82-0 (2011) Author: Eiland, Craig Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3459. Filed
HCR 171 82-0 (2011) Author: Eiland, Craig Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 3459. Filed
HR 369 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Encouraging greater public awareness of the risks of pertussis and of the importance of adolescents and adults receiving the Tdap vaccine. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
SB 27 82-0 (2011) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Relating to 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
SB 57 82-0 (2011) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the licensing and regulation of post-acute care acquired brain injury rehabilitation facilities; providing penalties. Senate: Health & Human Services No action taken in committee
SB 80 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: King, Susan
Relating to public health laboratories administered by the Department of State Health Services. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
SB 169 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al. Relating to coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans offered to state employees. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 187 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Zerwas, John
Relating to human body and anatomical specimen donation. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 204 82-0 (2011) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to insurance coverage for certain devices used in the treatment of diabetes. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 218 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Dukes, Dawnna
Relating to procedures in certain suits affecting the parent-child relationship and the operation of the child protective services and foster care systems. House: Human Services
Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 229 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: King, Susan | et. al.
Relating to newborn hearing screenings and hearing services for certain children. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 243 82-0 (2011) Author: Patrick, Dan Relating to the reestablishment of the Texas Bleeding Disorders Advisory Council. Senate: Health & Human Services Referred to Health & Human Services
SB 262 82-0 (2011) Author: Carona, John | et. al. Relating to health benefit plan coverage for orally administered anticancer medications. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 270 82-0 (2011) Author: Uresti, Carlos
Sponsor: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to newborn hearing screenings. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 440 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al. Relating to health benefit plan coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 441 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al. Relating to coverage for autism spectrum disorder under certain health benefit plans. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 510 82-0 (2011) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia
Sponsor: Gutierrez, Roland
Relating to a voluntary statewide diabetes mellitus registry. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 585 82-0 (2011) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al. Relating to programs, services, and information related to women's health, family planning, and human sexuality. Senate: Health & Human Services No action taken in subcommittee
SB 620 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the reporting of health care-associated infections and preventable adverse events. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 796 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: King, Susan
Relating to reporting on and assessing programs for the prevention and treatment of diabetes in the state. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 798 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane Relating to the amounts of administrative penalties assessed or imposed against certain health facilities. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
No action taken in committee
SB 835 82-0 (2011) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to prevention, treatment, and management of concussions affecting public and private school students participating in interscholastic athletics. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 856 82-0 (2011) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al. Relating to consent to certain medical treatments by a surrogate decision-maker on behalf of certain inmates. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
SB 866 82-0 (2011) Author: Deuell, Bob | et. al.
Sponsor: Jackson, Jim
Relating to the education of public school students with dyslexia, the education and training of educators who teach students with dyslexia, and the assessment of students with dyslexia attending an institution of higher education. House: Public Education
Senate: Education
Effective immediately
SB 867 82-0 (2011) Author: Deuell, Bob
Sponsor: Jackson, Jim
Relating to testing accommodations for a person with dyslexia taking a licensing examination administered by a state agency. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1004 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the imposition of a tax on certain beverages. Senate: Finance Left pending in committee
SB 1107 82-0 (2011) Author: Davis, Wendy | et. al.
Sponsor: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the vaccination against bacterial meningitis of entering students at public and private or independent institutions of higher education. House: Public Health
Senate: Higher Education
Effective immediately
SB 1177 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Relating to the adoption by health care facilities of a policy on vaccine preventable diseases; imposing penalties. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1360 82-0 (2011) Author: Harris, Chris | et. al.
Sponsor: Hunter, Todd | et. al.
Relating to continuing education for physicians and nurses regarding the treatment of tick-borne diseases. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1381 82-0 (2011) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to the requirement that certain mammography reports contain information regarding supplemental breast cancer screening. Senate: Health & Human Services Co-author authorized
HB 26 82-1 (2011) Author: Madden, Jerry Relating to the containment of costs incurred in the correctional health care system and to studies regarding delivery of health care services by certain nurses. House: Corrections Received from the House
HB 142 81-0 (2009) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al. Relating to disease control programs to reduce the risk of certain communicable diseases. House: Public Health Considered by s/c in work session
HB 164 81-0 (2009) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al. Relating to the medical use of marihuana. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 272 81-0 (2009) Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon | et. al. Relating to disease control programs to reduce the risk of certain communicable diseases. House: Public Health Considered by s/c in work session
HB 344 81-0 (2009) Author: Leibowitz, David Relating to reimbursement under the state Medicaid program for health care services associated with certain adverse events. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 390 81-0 (2009) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. Relating to health benefit plan coverage for routine patient care costs for enrollees participating in certain clinical trials. House: Insurance Left pending in committee
HB 451 81-0 (2009) Author: Allen, Alma | et. al.
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for autism spectrum disorder. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 506 81-0 (2009) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to the establishment and implementation of a school-based influenza vaccination pilot program. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 679 81-0 (2009) Author: Farrar, Jessica Relating to testing and warnings related to mercury levels in certain fish. House: Agriculture & Livestock Left pending in committee
HB 681 81-0 (2009) Author: Farrar, Jessica | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to requiring warning signs regarding mercury levels in certain fish. House: Agriculture & Livestock
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
HB 748 81-0 (2009) Author: Darby, Drew | et. al.
Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the provision of services to certain individuals with developmental disabilities by a state school or state center. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 864 81-0 (2009) Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al. Relating to the extension of credit to an individual who incurs debt for necessary medical treatment. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Referred to Pensions, Investments & Financial Services
HB 1290 81-0 (2009) Author: Oliveira, Rene | et. al.
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for bariatric surgery and for certain tests for the early detection of cardiovascular disease. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1358 81-0 (2009) Author: Keffer, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
HB 1362 81-0 (2009) Author: Gutierrez, Roland
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the pilot program for reporting of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
HB 1363 81-0 (2009) Author: Gutierrez, Roland | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al.
Relating to the diabetes mellitus registry pilot program. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1386 81-0 (2009) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the reporting of health care-associated infections at health care facilities. House: Public Health Left pending in committee
HB 1418 81-0 (2009) Author: Rose, Patrick Relating to health benefit plan coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance
HB 1671 81-0 (2009) Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to mutual aid agreements for newborn screening laboratory services. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1694 81-0 (2009) Author: Strama, Mark | et. al. Relating to the improvement of women's health by providing certain services and information related to unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1795 81-0 (2009) Author: Pierson, Paula | et. al.
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.
Relating to newborn screening and the creation of the Newborn Screening Advisory Committee. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1811 81-0 (2009) Author: Eiland, Craig Relating to the standard of causation in claims involving mesothelioma caused by exposure to asbestos fibers. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Left pending in committee
HB 1828 81-0 (2009) Author: Howard, Donna Relating to information submitted to, maintained in, and released from the immunization registry. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1847 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to a requirement that certain health benefit plans cover certain mental disorders. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance
HB 1879 81-0 (2009) Author: Davis, John Relating to the receipt and release of immunization information by the immunization registry in connection with a disaster. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 1905 81-0 (2009) Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al. Relating to studying the costs and benefits of a pilot program for services for adults with autism and other related disabilities with similar support needs. House: Human Services
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2000 81-0 (2009) Author: McCall, Brian
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to health benefit plan coverage for certain amino acid-based elemental formulas. House: Insurance
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2026 81-0 (2009) Author: Zerwas, John Relating to bariatric surgery coverage for state employees. House: Pensions, Investments & Financial Services Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2055 81-0 (2009) Author: Guillen, Ryan
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HB 2190 81-0 (2009) Author: Veasey, Marc Relating to an adult diabetes education program in certain county hospital systems and hospital districts. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
HB 2220 81-0 (2009) Author: Farrar, Jessica Relating to the authority of the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission to require immunization against human papillomavirus for a person's admission to elementary or secondary school. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health
HB 2294 81-0 (2009) Author: Gattis, Dan Relating to the establishment of the undiagnosed disease registry. House: Public Health Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2330 81-0 (2009) Author: Guillen, Ryan
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to laboratory tests measuring kidney function. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 2379 81-0 (2009) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al. Relating to the establishment of an adult stem cell research program. House: Public Health Referred to Public Health


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