HB 49 88-0 (2023)
Author: Klick, Stephanie | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to public access to certain hospital investigation information and materials.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/23
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Open Records | PATIENT RIGHTS & PROTECTION
HB 138 88-0 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to an employee's right to privacy of personal health information; providing a civil penalty.
House: International Relations & Economic Development
Referred to International Relations & Economic Development
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Labor--General | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 172 88-0 (2023)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 466 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hull, Lacey
Relating to the requirements for and compilation of certain emergency mental health detention records.
House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
| COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PEACE OFFICERS | RECORDS MANAGEMENT
HB 647 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to an advance directive and do-not-resuscitate order of a pregnant woman and information provided for an advance directive.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 2545 88-0 (2023)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Relating to an individual's genetic data, including the use of that data by certain genetic testing companies for commercial purposes and the individual's property right in DNA; authorizing a civil penalty.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/23
| Business & Commerce--General | DNA | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INFORMED CONSENT | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--General
HB 2643 88-0 (2023)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to the disclosure of certain medical information by electronic means.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS
HB 3414 88-0 (2023)
Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the statewide all payor claims database.
House: Insurance Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Electronic Information Systems | Governor | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON
HB 3468 88-0 (2023)
Author: Capriglione, Giovanni | et. al.
Relating to a patient's access to health records; authorizing a civil penalty; authorizing fees.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Electronic Information Systems | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS
HB 4730 88-0 (2023)
Author: Tinderholt, Tony
Relating to the release or disclosure of vaccination or immunization information to certain persons; providing a civil penalty.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 5071 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zwiener, Erin
Relating to privacy protections for individuals experiencing pregnancy loss.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
SB 342 88-0 (2023)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Co-author authorized
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 826 88-0 (2023)
Author: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to notice regarding a parent's access to the health records of certain children.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL NOTIFICATION
SB 1544 88-0 (2023)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the use of an individual's genetic data by certain genetic testing companies for commercial purposes; authorizing a civil penalty.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| DNA | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INFORMED CONSENT | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--General
SB 2465 88-0 (2023)
Author: Eckhardt, Sarah
Relating to an advance directive and do-not-resuscitate order of a pregnant woman and information provided for an advance directive.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 123 88-3 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve | et. al.
Relating to an employee's right to privacy of personal health information; providing a civil penalty.
Filed
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Labor--General | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 49 88-4 (2023)
Author: Isaac, Carrie
Relating to unlawful employment practices with respect to required disclosure of an individual's vaccination status.
Filed
| COVID-19 | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | Labor--Health & Safety
HB 52 88-4 (2023)
Author: Toth, Steve
Relating to an employee's right to privacy of personal health information; providing a civil penalty.
Filed
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 102 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina
Relating to an advance directive and do-not-resuscitate order of a pregnant woman and information provided for an advance directive.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 888 87-0 (2021)
Author: Patterson, Jared | et. al.
Relating to regulation of contact tracing for communicable diseases; creating a criminal offense.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Science & Technology | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Utilities--Telecommunications
HB 1907 87-0 (2021)
Author: Walle, Armando
Relating to the establishment of a statewide all payor claims database to increase public transparency of health care data and improve quality of health care in this state.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON
HB 2052 87-0 (2021)
Author: Klick, StephanieSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to public access to certain hospital investigation information and materials.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | INTERNET | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Open Records
HB 2287 87-0 (2021)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.Sponsor: Powell, Beverly | et. al.
Relating to data collection and receipt of certain reports by and consultation with the Collaborative Task Force on Public School Mental Health Services.
House: Public Education Senate: Education
Effective on 9/1/21
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2313 87-0 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to a required resource access assistance offer before an abortion is performed or induced.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Abortion | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 4295 87-0 (2021)
Author: Bell, Keith | et. al.Sponsor: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the authorized release and confidentiality of an autopsy report.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
| AUTOPSIES | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | ORGAN & TISSUE DONATIONS
SB 802 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.Sponsor: Leach, Jeff | et. al.
Relating to a required resource access assistance offer before an abortion is performed or induced.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Placed on General State Calendar
| Abortion | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 920 87-0 (2021)
Author: Powell, Beverly
Relating to data collection by and consultation with the Collaborative Task Force on Public School Mental Health Services regarding the task force's duties and requiring the Texas Education Agency to report on mental health services provided to public school students.
Senate: Education
Referred to Education
| COLLABORATIVE TASK FORCE ON PUBLIC SCHOOL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | Education--Primary & Secondary--Charter Schools | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Education--School Districts | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
SB 1135 87-0 (2021)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the establishment of a statewide all payor claims database to store publicly accessible information.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Co-author authorized
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Health & Accident | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT HOUSTON
SB 1484 87-0 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela | et. al.
Relating to certain Department of State Health Services procurements for communicable disease data collection and investigations.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| AUDITOR, STATE | COVID-19 | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Electronic Information Systems | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | LEGISLATIVE BUDGET BOARD | Purchasing--General | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Finances--Management & Control | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1669 87-0 (2021)
Author: Hall, Bob
Relating to prohibited discrimination regarding vaccination status and mandates for receiving or participating in the administration of vaccines; authorizing administrative penalties.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Day Care | DISCRIMINATION | Education--Higher--Institutions & Programs | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | IMMUNIZATIONS | Insurance--Insurers & Agents | Labor--General | Labor--Management Relations | LONG-TERM CARE | Protection of Personal Information | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
HB 251 87-1 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to a required resource access assistance offer before an abortion is performed or induced.
Filed
| Abortion | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICAL RECORDS | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 273 87-1 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey | et. al.
Relating to the release or disclosure of vaccination or immunization information to certain persons; providing a civil penalty.
Filed
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Electronic Information Systems | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 62 87-1 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to a required resource access assistance offer before an abortion is performed or induced.
Filed
| Abortion | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INFORMED CONSENT | MEDICAL RECORDS | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 120 87-3 (2021)
Author: Jetton, Jacey
Relating to the release or disclosure of vaccination or immunization information to certain persons; providing a civil penalty.
Filed
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 128 87-3 (2021)
Author: Leach, Jeff
Relating to a required resource access assistance offer before an abortion is performed or induced.
Filed
| Abortion | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 34 87-3 (2021)
Author: Paxton, Angela
Relating to a required resource access assistance offer before an abortion is performed or induced.
Filed
| Abortion | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 131 86-0 (2019)
Author: Moody, Joe | et. al.
Relating to extreme risk protective orders and the prosecution of the criminal offense of unlawful transfer of a firearm; creating a criminal offense.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
HB 454 86-0 (2019)
Author: White, James
Relating to performance incentive funding for certain medical schools based on public health impact.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Private Schools | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Legislature | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 1071 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to an advance directive and do-not-resuscitate order of a pregnant woman and information provided for an advance directive.
House: Public Health
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | Women
HB 1255 86-0 (2019)
Author: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to patient records regarding maternal death.
House: Public Health
Considered in Calendars
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 1295 86-0 (2019)
Author: Davis, Sarah
Relating to early childhood intervention and rehabilitative and habilitative services.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| Disabilities, Persons with | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Human Services--Child Services | Human Services--General | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MANAGED CARE | MEDICAID | TELEMEDICINE | WORKFORCE COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1698 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leman, Ben
Relating to the regulation of residential treatment centers.
House: Human Services
Referred to Human Services
| EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | RUNAWAY CHILDREN
HB 2133 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to public access to certain hospital inspection and investigation information and materials.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Open Records
HB 2248 86-0 (2019)
Author: Wray, JohnSponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the disposition and removal of a decedent's remains.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/19
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Notaries | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney
HB 2703 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thierry, Shawn | et. al.
Relating to a work group on the establishment of a maternal mortality and morbidity data registry.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Electronic Information Systems | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INTERNET | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | MATERNAL MORTALITY & MORBIDITY TASK FORCE | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
HB 3304 86-0 (2019)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.Sponsor: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the sunset review of the Texas Health Services Authority and the repeal of certain provisions affecting the electronic exchange of health information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Sunset—Required Reviews | TEXAS HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY
HB 3672 86-0 (2019)
Author: Murr, Andrew
Relating to the collection and reporting of data on services provided by chemical dependency treatment facilities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3704 86-0 (2019)
Author: Thompson, SenfroniaSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to certain public health data maintained by the Department of State Health Services and shared with certain local health entities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3742 86-0 (2019)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to the requirements for and compilation of certain emergency mental health detention records.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| COURT ADMINISTRATION, OFFICE OF | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3746 86-0 (2019)
Author: Krause, Matt
Relating to access to certain health records and information by certain individuals regarding a child placed in foster care.
House: Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3967 86-0 (2019)
Author: Huberty, Dan
Relating to access to certain health information of public school students during an emergency evacuation.
House: Public Education
Referred to Public Education
| EDUCATION, COMMISSIONER OF | Education--Primary & Secondary--General | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals
HB 4173 86-0 (2019)
Author: Leach, JeffSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of certain provisions of the Code of Criminal Procedure, including conforming amendments.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Courts--Juries | CRIME VICTIMS | Crime Victims Compensation | Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Criminal Procedure--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Protection of Personal Information | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | Statutory Revision | WITNESSES
SB 157 86-0 (2019)
Author: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.
Relating to extreme risk protective orders and the prosecution of the criminal offense of unlawful transfer of a firearm; creating a criminal offense.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Criminal Procedure--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | PROTECTIVE ORDERS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Weapons
SB 259 86-0 (2019)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the disposition and removal of a decedent's remains.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Notaries | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney
SB 310 86-0 (2019)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the authority granted under and form of a medical power of attorney.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 559 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, BorrisSponsor: Hinojosa, Gina | et. al.
Relating to patient records regarding maternal death.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
House passage as amended reported
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Women
SB 564 86-0 (2019)
Author: RodrÃguez, José | et. al.
Relating to collecting data regarding unaccompanied minors in certain child-care facilities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Aliens | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Human Services--Child Services
SB 781 86-0 (2019)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Leman, Ben
Relating to the regulation of child-care facilities.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Day Care | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HUMAN TRAFFICKING | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | RUNAWAY CHILDREN
SB 1095 86-0 (2019)
Author: Perry, Charles
Relating to access to certain health records and information by certain individuals regarding a child placed in foster care.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 1427 86-0 (2019)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1565 86-0 (2019)
Author: Fallon, PatSponsor: Smith, Reggie
Relating to the medical authorization required to release protected health information in a health care liability claim.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/19
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 1911 86-0 (2019)
Author: Johnson, Nathan
Relating to the information included in a foster child's health passport.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | FOSTER CARE | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | Minors--Health & Safety
SB 2020 86-0 (2019)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the use of certain health risk information; authorizing administrative penalties and other sanctions.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 2236 86-0 (2019)
Author: Buckingham, Dawn
Relating to the sunset review of the Texas Health Services Authority and the repeal of certain provisions affecting the electronic exchange of health information.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report printed and distributed
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Sunset—Required Reviews | TEXAS HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY
SB 2557 86-0 (2019)
Author: West, Royce
Relating to optional designations on a driver's license, personal identification certificate, or commercial driver's license or learner's permit for blood type and blood disorders.
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IDENTIFICATION CARDS | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 123 85-0 (2017)
Author: White, James
Relating to performance incentive funding for certain medical schools based on public health impact.
House: Appropriations
Referred to Appropriations
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Education--Higher--Private Schools | Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | HIGHER EDUCATION COORDINATING BOARD, TEXAS | Legislature | LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR | SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE | State Finances--Appropriations | State Finances--Management & Control
HB 439 85-0 (2017)
Author: Collier, Nicole
Relating to an advance directive and do-not-resuscitate order of a pregnant patient.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 994 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, John
Relating to the disposition of remains and anatomical gifts.
House: Public Health
Placed on General State Calendar
| GIFTS & DONATIONS | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Notaries | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney
HB 995 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, John | et. al.Sponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the form and revocation of medical powers of attorney.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
See remarks for effective date
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Family--Marriage Relationship | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1974 85-0 (2017)
Author: Wray, JohnSponsor: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to durable powers of attorney.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney | Property Interests--Real Property
HB 2455 85-0 (2017)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to public access to certain information and materials relating to certain hospital inspections and investigations.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Mental Health & Substance Abuse | Open Records | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2891 85-0 (2017)
Author: Smithee, JohnSponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the medical authorization required to release protected health information in a health care liability claim.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 2896 85-0 (2017)
Author: Price, Four
Relating to an annual report on laws regarding access, use, and sharing of protected health information.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 3129 85-0 (2017)
Author: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to certain duties of physicians regarding patient records.
House: Public Health
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICAL RECORDS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 4210 85-0 (2017)
Author: Howard, Donna
Relating to exempting fertility clinics from the data collection requirements of the Texas Health Care Information Collection Program.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INFERTILITY | MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES
HB 4223 85-0 (2017)
Author: Farrar, Jessica
Relating to an advance directive and do-not-resuscitate order of a pregnant patient.
House: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 54 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 512 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the form and revocation of medical powers of attorney.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Family--Marriage Relationship | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 513 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to the disposition of remains and anatomical gifts.
Senate: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| GIFTS & DONATIONS | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Notaries | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney
SB 687 85-0 (2017)
Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Toni
Relating to the collection and use of certain information relating to child abuse and neglect and the provision of prevention and early intervention services; creating an offense.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
1 hr. notice-for reconsideration
| CHILD ABUSE | EDUCATION AGENCY, TEXAS | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | JUVENILE JUSTICE DEPARTMENT, TEXAS | Minors--Health & Safety | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 926 85-0 (2017)
Author: RodrÃguez, José
Relating to durable powers of attorney.
Senate: State Affairs
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney
SB 1224 85-0 (2017)
Author: Miles, Borris
Relating to the establishment of a statewide system for stroke response and treatment.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1520 85-0 (2017)
Author: Hancock, KellySponsor: Burkett, Cindy
Relating to duties of physicians and certain other entities regarding patient records.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL BOARD, TEXAS | MEDICAL RECORDS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
SB 1574 85-0 (2017)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the electronic sharing of protected health information and certification of and enforcement actions against certain covered entities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS
SB 1709 85-0 (2017)
Author: Zaffirini, JudithSponsor: Moody, Joe
Relating to the requirement of a guardian to provide information regarding a ward's health and residence to certain relatives of the ward.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| GUARDIANS & WARDS | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 1872 85-0 (2017)
Author: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the medical authorization required to release protected health information in a health care liability claim.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1319 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zerwas, John
Relating to use of health information technology in this state; creating a criminal offense.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
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
| DIGITAL SIGNATURES | Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1680 84-0 (2015)
Author: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Health Services Authority as a quasi-governmental entity and the electronic exchange of health care information.
House: Human Services
Laid on the table subject to call
| Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Sunset--Commission Bills | TEXAS HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY
HB 3095 84-0 (2015)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia
Relating to durable powers of attorney and advance directives.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney
HB 3183 84-0 (2015)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al.
Relating to an advance directive and do-not-resuscitate order of a pregnant patient.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| ADVANCE DIRECTIVES | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 3504 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the availability of death records of unidentified persons.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information
HB 3582 84-0 (2015)
Author: Turner, Scott | et. al.
Relating to a property right in certain genetic information.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| DNA | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INFORMED CONSENT
HB 3635 84-0 (2015)
Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby"
Relating to evidence in a civil action concerning the provision and cost of certain services.
House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Courts--Civil Procedure | EVIDENCE | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 29 84-0 (2015)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 203 84-0 (2015)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Raymond, Richard Peña | et. al.
Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Health Services Authority as a quasi-governmental entity and the electronic exchange of health care information.
House: Human Services Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| Governor | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Sunset--Commission Bills | TEXAS HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY
SB 1485 84-0 (2015)
Author: Garcia, SylviaSponsor: Guillen, Ryan
Relating to the availability of death records of unidentified persons.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records | Protection of Personal Information
SB 1937 84-0 (2015)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to civil penalties levied and disciplinary proceedings conducted against certain covered entities.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 595 83-0 (2013)
Author: Kolkhorst, LoisSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to certain health programs and councils.
House: Government Efficiency & Reform Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE | BORDER | CANCER | DIABETES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--AIDS | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID | Minors--Health & Safety | OSTEOPOROSIS | PHYSICIANS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Sunset--Recommended Reviews
HB 1213 83-0 (2013)
Author: Clardy, Travis
Relating to the authority of a mental health professional or school counselor to disclose certain confidential information.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Education--Primary & Secondary--Other School Personnel | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Law Enforcement | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 1561 83-0 (2013)
Author: Klick, Stephanie
Relating to access to a deceased person's mental health information.
House: Human Services
Considered in Calendars
| Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Substance Abuse
HB 2364 83-0 (2013)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.
Relating to abortion at or after 20 weeks post-fertilization.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Abortion | Courts--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
HB 2427 83-0 (2013)
Author: Martinez, Armando
Relating to the reporting of information regarding certain medical debt of a consumer.
House: Investments & Financial Services
Referred to Investments & Financial Services
| Business & Commerce--General | CREDIT REPORTS | DEBT | Financial--General | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 3285 83-0 (2013)
Author: Davis, YvonneSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the reporting of health care associated infections.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/13
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals
SB 25 83-0 (2013)
Author: Hegar, Glenn | et. al.
Relating to abortion at or after 20 weeks post-fertilization.
Senate: State Affairs
Co-author authorized
| Abortion | Courts--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH
SB 912 83-0 (2013)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to birth records of adopted children.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 1603 83-0 (2013)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to risk management at institutions of higher education.
Senate: Higher Education
Referred to Higher Education
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident | Protection of Personal Information
SB 1609 83-0 (2013)
Author: Schwertner, CharlesSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the training of employees of certain covered entities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Labor--Workforce Development
SB 1641 83-0 (2013)
Author: Williams, Tommy
Relating to regulation of the manufacture, distribution, and disposition of controlled substances, precursors, and chemical laboratory apparatus; providing penalties; providing for a change in fees.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Crimes--Drugs | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 23 83-2 (2013)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to applicants for medical staff membership or privileges who practice at facilities where abortions are performed.
Filed
| Abortion | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals
HB 118 82-0 (2011)
Author: McClendon, RuthSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to requiring the provision of notice by certain hospitals regarding patients' medical records.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | MEDICAL RECORDS
HB 300 82-0 (2011)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the privacy of protected health information; providing administrative, civil, and criminal penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INSURANCE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Protection of Personal Information | TEXAS HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY
HB 396 82-0 (2011)
Author: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to health care data collected by the Department of State Health Services and access to certain confidential patient information within the department.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 411 82-0 (2011)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to certain newborn and infant screening and follow-up services.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 574 82-0 (2011)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the immunization data included in and excluded from the immunization registry.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1657 82-0 (2011)
Author: Davis, Yvonne
Relating to the reporting of health care associated infections.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | INFECTION RATES AT HEALTH FACILITIES
HB 2966 82-0 (2011)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the confidentiality of certain communications and records made or collected in reference to certain sexual assault survivors.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Criminal Procedure--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records | SEXUAL ASSAULT
HB 2968 82-0 (2011)
Author: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to birth records of adopted children.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
HCR 25 82-0 (2011)
Author: Smith, Todd
Urging Congress to remove confidentiality mandates for minors from family planning services programs operating under Title X of the Public Health Service Act and Medicaid.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAID | Minors--Health & Safety | PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE ACT | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress
SB 156 82-0 (2011)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to health care data collected by the Department of State Health Services and access to certain confidential patient information within the department, including data and confidential patient information concerning bleeding and clotting disorders, and other issues related to bleeding and clotting disorders.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/11
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 287 82-0 (2011)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to birth records of adopted children.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
SB 507 82-0 (2011)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the confidentiality of newborn screening information.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 622 82-0 (2011)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the privacy of protected health information; providing administrative and civil penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident | Protection of Personal Information
HB 353 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to certain health care rights of domestic partners.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Family--General | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 757 81-0 (2009)
Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Relating to public access to certain information and materials.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Open Records
HB 1067 81-0 (2009)
Author: Naishtat, ElliottSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a memorandum of understanding between certain authorized entities to share suicide data that does not identify a deceased individual.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | SUICIDE
HB 1218 81-0 (2009)
Author: Howard, DonnaSponsor: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Relating to programs to exchange certain health information between the Health and Human Services Commission and certain health care entities and facilities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Human Services--Medical Assistance
HB 1342 81-0 (2009)
Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al.Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to adoption of certain information technology.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident
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
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | INFECTION RATES AT HEALTH FACILITIES
HB 1562 81-0 (2009)
Author: Aycock, Jimmie
Relating to the confidentiality of investigation records of the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and clarification of the regulatory authority of the board.
House: Agriculture & Livestock
Withdrawn from schedule
| Animals | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | VETERINARY MEDICAL EXAMINERS, STATE BOARD OF
HB 1672 81-0 (2009)
Author: Crownover, Myra | et. al.Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to newborn screening.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
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
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1889 81-0 (2009)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to the electronic transmission of certain information by and to health benefit plan issuers.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| Electronic Information Systems | EMAIL & ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 2004 81-0 (2009)
Author: McCall, BrianSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a breach of computer security involving sensitive personal information and to the protection of sensitive personal information and certain protected health information.
House: State Affairs Senate: Government Organization
Effective on 9/1/09
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Protection of Personal Information | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2381 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to disclosure of the prices charged to state agencies in connection with pharmacy benefit manager services.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Public Employees | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 2382 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to information submitted to and maintained in the immunization registry after an individual becomes an adult.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2383 81-0 (2009)
Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the receipt and release of immunization information by the immunization registry in connection with a disaster.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3066 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to access to certain confidential patient information within the Department of State Health Services.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3831 81-0 (2009)
Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to persons authorized to receive certain medical or treatment information.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Courts--Civil Procedure | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 3961 81-0 (2009)
Author: McReynolds, Jim | et. al.Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the regulation of nursing.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | CONTINUING EDUCATION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | NURSES & NURSE AIDES | NURSING, TEXAS BOARD OF | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Protection of Personal Information
HB 4136 81-0 (2009)
Author: Rios Ybarra, Tara | et. al.Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to sealing court records containing medical information for children who are victims of certain offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Courts--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | Minors--Crimes Against | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 4470 81-0 (2009)
Author: England, Kirk
Relating to birth records of adopted children.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
HCR 91 81-0 (2009)
Author: Smith, Todd
Urging Congress to remove confidentiality mandates for minors from family planning services programs operating under Title X of the Public Health Services Act and Medicaid.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAID | Minors--Health & Safety | PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE ACT | Resolutions--Legislative Policy | Resolutions--Memorializing Congress
SB 346 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to information submitted to and maintained in the immunization registry after an individual becomes an adult.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 347 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the receipt and release of immunization information by the immunization registry in connection with a disaster; providing penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 466 81-0 (2009)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to excluding a child from the immunization registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL RIGHTS
SB 499 81-0 (2009)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: England, Kirk
Relating to birth records of adopted children.
House: Public Health Senate: Jurisprudence
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
SB 703 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Rose, Patrick
Relating to the provision of a certified copy of a birth certificate for certain minors receiving services from the Department of Family and Protective Services and to the amendment of birth and death certificates.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/09
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | FAMILY & PROTECTIVE SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF | Family--Child Protection | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 704 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the regulation of pharmacy benefit managers and mail order pharmacies.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/09
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Public Employees | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHARMACY BENEFIT MANAGERS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 863 81-0 (2009)
Author: Harris, Chris
Relating to adoption of certain information technology.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INSURANCE, COMMISSIONER OF | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1083 81-0 (2009)
Author: Huffman, JoanSponsor: Gonzales, Veronica
Relating to access to certain confidential patient information within the Department of State Health Services.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Placed on General State Calendar
| Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1171 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nichols, RobertSponsor: McReynolds, Jim
Relating to certain health-related reports, records, and information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | Open Records
SB 1277 81-0 (2009)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario
Relating to birth records of adopted children.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
SB 1536 81-0 (2009)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to preferred drug lists adopted by the Health and Human Services Commission and associated requirements regarding supplemental rebates, prior authorization, and public notification.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report printed and distributed
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INTERNET | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
SB 1768 81-0 (2009)
Author: Watson, Kirk
Relating to a pilot project to exchange secure electronic health information between the Health and Human Services Commission and local or regional health information exchanges.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Human Services--Medical Assistance
SB 1882 81-0 (2009)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a memorandum of understanding between certain authorized entities to share suicide data that does not identify any individual.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | SUICIDE
SB 1884 81-0 (2009)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to a breach of computer security involving sensitive personal information and the confidentiality of protected health information.
Senate: Government Organization
Not again placed on intent calendar
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Protection of Personal Information | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
SB 2421 81-0 (2009)
Author: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the confidentiality of newborn screening information.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 246 80-0 (2007)
Author: Alonzo, RobertoSponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to reports on cases of acquired immune deficiency syndrome and human immunodeficiency virus infection.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/07
| Health Care Providers | Health--AIDS | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 525 80-0 (2007)
Author: Goolsby, Tony | et. al.
Relating to birth records of adopted children.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Jurisprudence
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
HB 678 80-0 (2007)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to infection rates at health-care facilities.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | INFECTION RATES AT HEALTH FACILITIES | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 921 80-0 (2007)
Author: White Delisi, DianneSponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the sharing of information among state agencies.
House: Government Reform Senate: Government Organization
Effective immediately
| CLIENT INFORMATION INTERCHANGE STANDARDS COMMITTEE | Electronic Information Systems | HEALTH CARE POLICY COUNCIL, TEXAS | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Human Services--Medical Assistance | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
HB 1066 80-0 (2007)
Author: White Delisi, DianneSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to health information technology and the creation of the Texas Health Services Authority.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed | TEXAS HEALTH SERVICES AUTHORITY
HB 1398 80-0 (2007)
Author: White Delisi, Dianne | et. al.
Relating to the reporting of health care-associated infections at certain health care facilities and the creation of an advisory panel.
House: Public Health
Laid on the table subject to call
| Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | INFECTION RATES AT HEALTH FACILITIES | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1728 80-0 (2007)
Author: Harper-Brown, LindaSponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to confidentiality of certain information in rabies vaccination certificates and dog and cat registries.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
| Animals | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | RABIES
HB 1896 80-0 (2007)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to information submitted to and maintained in the immunization registry.
House: Public Health
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Disaster Preparedness & Relief | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | PARENTAL RIGHTS
HB 1897 80-0 (2007)
Author: Howard, Donna | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Immunization and Screening Registry.
House: Public Health
No action taken in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2855 80-0 (2007)
Author: Davis, John
Relating to consumer access to health care information; imposing penalties.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Insurance--Health & Accident | INTERNET | MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 2878 80-0 (2007)
Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to alternatives to abortion organizations; imposing a civil penalty.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Abortion | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Human Services--Medical Assistance | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | State Finances--Appropriations
HB 3530 80-0 (2007)
Author: Isett, Carl | et. al.
Relating to consumer access to health care information and consumer protection for services provided by or through health benefit plans, hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and birthing centers; providing penalties.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident
HB 3886 80-0 (2007)
Author: Gattis, Dan
Relating to the adoption of electronic health records by health care providers and facilities.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Electronic Information Systems | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals
SB 29 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Truitt, Vicki
Relating to the creation of a minimum data set for the collection of information on health professionals by the statewide health coordinating council.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATEWIDE HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL
SB 32 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a registry of allied health professionals.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | STATEWIDE HEALTH COORDINATING COUNCIL
SB 205 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: White Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the privacy of protected health information.
House: Government Reform Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADOPTION | AUDITOR, STATE | Family--Parent & Child | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident | MEDICAL RECORDS
SB 221 80-0 (2007)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al.Sponsor: Goolsby, Tony
Relating to birth records of adopted children.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues Senate: Jurisprudence
Placed on General State Calendar
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
SB 383 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the sharing of information among state agencies.
Senate: Government Organization
Referred to Government Organization
| CLIENT INFORMATION INTERCHANGE STANDARDS COMMITTEE | Electronic Information Systems | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Human Services--Medical Assistance | INFORMATION RESOURCES, DEPARTMENT OF | Insurance--Fire, Allied Lines & Home | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions--Newly Proposed
SB 590 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a designated agent's access to a principal's medical and health care information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Probate--Durable Power of Attorney | Probate--Guardians & Related Trusts
SB 892 80-0 (2007)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the Texas Immunization and Screening Registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1174 80-0 (2007)
Author: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to alternatives to abortion organizations; imposing a civil penalty.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Abortion | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Human Services--Medical Assistance | PREGNANCY & CHILDBIRTH | State Finances--Appropriations
SB 1187 80-0 (2007)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to data collection at the Department of State Health Services.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Left pending in committee
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
SB 1614 80-0 (2007)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the implementation of health information technology standards.
Senate: State Affairs
No action taken in committee
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident | Science & Technology
SB 1731 80-0 (2007)
Author: Duncan, RobertSponsor: Isett, Carl | et. al.
Relating to consumer access to health care information and consumer protection for services provided by or through health benefit plans, hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, birthing centers, and other health care facilities, and funding for health care information services; providing penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/07
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident
SB 1759 80-0 (2007)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the enforceability of covenants not to compete and to certain procedures and remedies in actions to enforce those covenants.
Senate: State Affairs
Referred to State Affairs
| Business & Commerce--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS | TEXAS COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE ACT
HB 162 79-0 (2005)
Author: McCall, BrianSponsor: Carona, John
Relating to certain procedures related to the possible exposure to certain diseases.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/05
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 411 79-0 (2005)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the transmission of certain health information to a site outside the United States.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Business & Commerce--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 486 79-0 (2005)
Author: Chavez, Norma
Relating to the transmission of certain health information to a site outside the United States; providing penalties.
House: Border & International Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Electronic Information Systems | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records
HB 734 79-0 (2005)
Author: Davis, Yvonne | et. al.
Relating to infection rates at health-care facilities.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | INFECTION RATES AT HEALTH FACILITIES | INTERNET | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 739 79-0 (2005)
Author: Nixon, JoeSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to updating citations in Chapter 241, Health and Safety Code.
House: Civil Practices Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/05
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Tort Reform
HB 741 79-0 (2005)
Author: Nixon, JoeSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to updating citations to Chapter 74, Civil Practice and Remedies Code, in Chapter 611, Health and Safety Code.
House: Civil Practices Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/05
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Tort Reform
HB 742 79-0 (2005)
Author: Nixon, JoeSponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to updating citations to Chapter 74, Civil Practice and Remedies Code, in Chapter 159, Occupations Code.
House: Civil Practices Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/05
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Tort Reform
HB 770 79-0 (2005)
Author: Goolsby, Tony | et. al.
Relating to birth records of adopted children.
House: Juvenile Justice & Family Issues
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
HB 807 79-0 (2005)
Author: Driver, Joe | et. al.
Relating to reporting the outcome of alcohol and drug tests of holders of commercial driver's licenses.
House: Law Enforcement
Laid on the table subject to call
| DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Drivers Licenses | Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 1122 79-0 (2005)
Author: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to requirements for certain medical treatment consent forms.
House: Civil Practices
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Aliens | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1426 79-0 (2005)
Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc"Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information in a rabies vaccination certificate.
House: Agriculture & Livestock Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/05
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | RABIES
HB 1441 79-0 (2005)
Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Relating to the reporting of information regarding debt incurred for necessary medical treatment.
House: Business & Industry
Left pending in committee
| Business & Commerce--General | DEBT | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1619 79-0 (2005)
Author: Alonzo, Roberto
Relating to quarterly reports on cases of acquired immune deficiency syndrome and human immunodeficiency virus infection.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--AIDS | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 2036 79-0 (2005)
Author: Allen, RaySponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the regulation of sex offender treatment providers and the treatment of sex offenders; providing a penalty.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions | SEX OFFENDER TREATMENT, COUNCIL ON | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 2195 79-0 (2005)
Author: Madden, JerrySponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the disclosure of certain confidential health information to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER | UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH AT GALVESTON
HB 2478 79-0 (2005)
Author: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the prevention of Medicaid fraud; providing penalties.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | FRAUD | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
HB 2765 79-0 (2005)
Author: Truitt, VickiSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the definition of a legally authorized representative under the Texas Hospital Licensing Law.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/05
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals
HB 3097 79-0 (2005)
Author: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to reporting of diabetes diagnosed in persons younger than 18 years of age.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| DIABETES | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 3357 79-0 (2005)
Author: Delisi, DianneSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to certain information required to be contained in an application for or renewal of a hospital license.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/05
| Electronic Information Systems | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | INTERNET | Open Records
SB 217 79-0 (2005)
Author: Shapiro, FlorenceSponsor: Driver, Joe
Relating to reporting the outcome of alcohol and drug tests of holders of commercial driver's licenses.
House: Law Enforcement Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/05
| DRUG & ALCOHOL TESTING | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PUBLIC SAFETY, DEPARTMENT OF | TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF | Vehicles & Traffic--Drivers Licenses | Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
SB 364 79-0 (2005)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to birth records of adopted children.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Family--Parent & Child | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
SB 555 79-0 (2005)
Author: Janek, KyleSponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to requirements for certain medical treatment consent forms.
House: Civil Practices Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/05
| Aliens | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 563 79-0 (2005)
Author: Janek, KyleSponsor: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to the prevention of Medicaid fraud; providing penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/05
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | FRAUD | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Human Services--Medical Assistance | MEDICAID
SB 1113 79-0 (2005)
Author: Gallegos, Jr., MarioSponsor: Dawson, Glenda
Relating to allowing a hospital to release protected health information of a patient to emergency medical services providers for treatment, payment, and health care operations.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/05
| Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Open Records
SB 1149 79-0 (2005)
Author: Harris, ChrisSponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to the electronic transmission of health benefit information between a health benefit plan issuer and a physician or health care provider.
House: Insurance Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/05
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Insurers & Agents | PHYSICIANS
SB 1328 79-0 (2005)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Laubenberg, Jodie
Relating to the privacy of protected health information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| ADOPTION | Family--General | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--General
SB 1666 79-0 (2005)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the creation of a diabetes in youth registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| DIABETES | HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION | Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | Minors--Health & Safety | STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF
HB 1096 78-0 (2003)
Author: Capelo, Jaime
Relating to access to certain private medical information.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1190 78-0 (2003)
Author: Allen, Ray
Relating to the interagency exchange of information regarding certain offenders.
House: Corrections
Laid on the table subject to call
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | SEXUAL OFFENDERS
HB 1921 78-0 (2003)
Author: Capelo, Jaime | et. al.Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the immunization registry.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL RIGHTS
HB 2777 78-0 (2003)
Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Relating to pathology reports on abortions; providing a penalty.
House: State Affairs
Committee report sent to Calendars
| Abortion | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 2842 78-0 (2003)
Author: Corte, Frank
Relating to the immunization registry.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety
HB 3011 78-0 (2003)
Author: Capelo, JaimeSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to certain reports, information, or records related to certain health care facilities.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/03
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital
SB 28 78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the collection and maintenance of bacterial meningitis immunization records by public institutions of higher education.
Senate: Education
Reported from s/c favorably with substitute
| Education--Higher--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS
SB 39 78-0 (2003)
Author: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the immunization registry.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL RIGHTS
SB 330 78-0 (2003)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Capelo, Jaime
Relating to access to certain private medical information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/03
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 1136 78-0 (2003)
Author: Nelson, JaneSponsor: Capelo, Jaime | et. al.
Relating to access to certain private medical information.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
See remarks for effective date
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 1614 78-0 (2003)
Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.Sponsor: Homer, Mark
Relating to imposing a civil penalty for violation of certain restrictions relating to genetic information.
House: Economic Development Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Criminal Procedure--General | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--General
HB 26 77-0 (2001)
Author: McClendon, Ruth
Relating to the study of barriers to the binational exchange of health information.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEXICO
HB 137 77-0 (2001)
Author: Danburg, Debra | et. al.
Relating to excepting certain information relating to family violence shelter centers and sexual assault programs from disclosure under the public information law.
House: State Affairs
Companion considered in lieu of in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Family--Family Violence | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records | SEXUAL ASSAULT
HB 398 77-0 (2001)
Author: Smith, ToddSponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to disclosure of medical billing records regarding a patient.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 964 77-0 (2001)
Author: Dunnam, JimSponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the release of certain confidential information of a patient by the patient's physician.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
Vetoed by the Governor
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 1202 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the medical review of health care provided under the workers' compensation insurance system.
House: Business & Industry
Considered in Calendars
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Labor--Workers' Compensation | PHYSICIANS | WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 1221 77-0 (2001)
Author: Maxey, Glen | et. al.
Relating to protecting the privacy of medical records; providing penalties.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| ATTORNEY GENERAL | ETHICS COMMISSION, TEXAS | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS
HB 1239 77-0 (2001)
Author: Wilson, Ron
Relating to retention requirements for and access to blood specimens taken for newborn screenings; providing a criminal penalty.
House: Public Health
Left pending in committee
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--General | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1244 77-0 (2001)
Author: Berman, Leo | et. al.
Relating to fetal pain during abortion; providing a penalty.
House: State Affairs
Left pending in committee
| Abortion | Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1306 77-0 (2001)
Author: Reyna, Elvira
Relating to certain entities and individuals permitted to exchange information regarding special needs offenders.
House: Corrections
Left pending in committee
| Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 2035 77-0 (2001)
Author: Craddick, Tom
Relating to the privilege against disclosure of certain communications by critical incident stress management team members.
House: Civil Practices
Referred to Civil Practices
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | COUNSELING & THERAPY | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | WITNESSES
HB 2160 77-0 (2001)
Author: Coleman, Garnet | et. al.
Relating to the immunization registry.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health Care Providers | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Emergency Services & Personnel | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | IMMUNIZATIONS | Minors--Health & Safety | PARENTAL RIGHTS
HB 2600 77-0 (2001)
Author: Brimer, Kim | et. al.Sponsor: Duncan, Robert
Relating to the provision of workers' compensation benefits and to the operation of the workers' compensation insurance system; providing penalties.
House: Business & Industry Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--Workers' Compensation | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHYSICIANS | WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
HB 2675 77-0 (2001)
Author: Truitt, Vicki
Relating to the establishment of an adult fatality review team and to the reporting and investigation of certain adult deaths; providing a penalty.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Left pending in committee
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Family--Family Violence | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | SUICIDE
HB 2676 77-0 (2001)
Author: Truitt, VickiSponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the establishment of a domestic violence fatality review team in certain counties; providing a penalty.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Health & Human Services
Vetoed by the Governor
| Criminal Procedure--General | Family--Family Violence | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 3328 77-0 (2001)
Author: Averitt, Kip
Relating to privacy rules for health information for insurance companies and licensees of the Texas Department of Insurance.
House: Insurance
Left pending in committee
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--General
HB 3501 77-0 (2001)
Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to information that a professional liability insurance carrier or the Texas Board of Medical Examiners may require a physician to provide.
House: Insurance
Referred to Insurance
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Property & Casualty | Malpractice--Professionals | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
HB 3576 77-0 (2001)
Author: George, Kenn
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information maintained by certain health care providers.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Open Records
SB 11 77-0 (2001)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Gray, Patricia | et. al.
Relating to protecting the privacy of medical records; providing penalties.
House: Public Health Senate: Business & Commerce
See remarks for effective date
| Health Care Providers | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | Open Records
SB 12 77-0 (2001)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: McCall, Brian
Relating to a prohibition of discrimination based on the use of certain information in the determination of eligibility for employment, an occupational license, or insurance coverage.
House: Economic Development Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/01
| DISCRIMINATION | DNA | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Labor--General | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 13 77-0 (2001)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to a prohibition of discrimination in the determination of eligibility for employment, occupational licenses, and health insurance coverage based on the use of certain genetic characteristics.
Senate: Business & Commerce
No action taken in committee
| DISCRIMINATION | DNA | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Life & Annuities | Labor--General | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 15 77-0 (2001)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Danburg, Debra
Relating to excepting certain information maintained by family violence shelter centers and sexual assault programs from disclosure under the public information law.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Family--Family Violence | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records | SEXUAL ASSAULT
SB 60 77-0 (2001)
Author: Moncrief, Mike
Relating to a prohibition of discrimination in the determination of eligibility for employment, occupational licenses, and insurance coverage based on certain genetic information and to limitations on the use of that information.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| DISCRIMINATION | DNA | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident | Insurance--Life & Annuities | Labor--General | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | Occupational Regulation--Other Trades & Professions
SB 285 77-0 (2001)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.Sponsor: Delisi, Dianne
Relating to cancer incidence reporting.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
| HEALTH & FITNESS FACILITIES | Health Care Providers | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES
SB 515 77-0 (2001)
Author: Madla, Frank | et. al.Sponsor: Truitt, Vicki
Relating to the establishment of an adult fatality review team and to the reporting and investigation of certain adult deaths; providing a penalty.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/01
| Crimes--Against Persons--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Family--Family Violence | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | SUICIDE
SB 661 77-0 (2001)
Author: Carona, JohnSponsor: Reyna, Elvira
Relating to certain entities and individuals permitted to exchange information regarding special needs offenders.
House: Corrections Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
| Courts--General | Criminal Procedure--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 712 77-0 (2001)
Author: Sibley, DavidSponsor: Averitt, Kip | et. al.
Relating to the privacy of certain information provided by consumers to insurers and other related entities; providing a civil penalty.
House: Insurance Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective immediately
| Consumer Protection | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--General | RIGHT OF PRIVACY
SB 867 77-0 (2001)
Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Relating to the creation, operation, and duties of a joint interim task force to study various issues affecting personal privacy.
House: State Affairs Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to State Affairs
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Legislature | Open Records | RIGHT OF PRIVACY | TASK FORCE ON PERSONAL PRIVACY
SB 1029 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lindsay, JonSponsor: George, Kenn
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information maintained by certain health care providers.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Committee report sent to Calendars
| HEALTH MAINTENANCE ORGANIZATIONS | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | MEDICAL RECORDS | Open Records
SB 1297 77-0 (2001)
Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to information that a professional liability insurance carrier or the Texas Board of Medical Examiners may require a physician to provide.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Property & Casualty | Malpractice--Professionals | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PHYSICIANS
SB 1476 77-0 (2001)
Author: Duncan, Robert
Relating to medical and income benefits, return to work coordination, and regulation of doctors and insurance carriers under the workers' compensation system.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Health & Accident | Labor--Workers' Compensation | MEDICINE & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS | PHYSICIANS | WORKERS' COMPENSATION COMMISSION, TEXAS
SB 1754 77-0 (2001)
Author: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the information practices of government and to certain information practices of the private sector that affect the privacy of citizens of this state; providing penalties and creating a privacy task force.
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | RIGHT OF PRIVACY
HB 1365 70-0 (1987)
Author: Granoff, Al
Relating to the authority of a protection and advocacy system for the mentally ill to obtain certain confidential records and to have access to public and private facilities housing and providing care to the mentally ill.
House: Public Health
Referred to Public Health
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 1994 70-0 (1987)
Author: Eckels, RobertSponsor: Brooks, Chet
Relating to access to confidential information contained in birth records and indexes maintained by the Texas Department of Health and local registrars of births.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/87
| ADOPTION | BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | HEALTH, DEPARTMENT OF | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 587 70-0 (1987)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to restrictions on insurers concerning blood tests for acquired immune deficiency syndrome and related infections.
Senate: Economic Development
Referred to Economic Development
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health--AIDS | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Insurance--Insurers & Agents
SB 590 70-0 (1987)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to tests for acquired immune deficiency syndrome and related disorders; providing penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Record vote
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health Care Providers | Health--AIDS | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 592 70-0 (1987)
Author: Brooks, Chet
Relating to confidentiality and disclosure of test results for acquired immune deficiency syndrome and related infections; providing penalties.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Laid on table subj. to call in comm.
| BLOOD & MEDICAL TESTS | Health Care Providers | Health--AIDS | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 637 70-0 (1987)
Author: Farabee, RaySponsor: Granoff, Al
Relating to the authority of a protection and advocacy system for the mentally ill to obtain certain confidential records.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective immediately
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 653 70-0 (1987)
Author: Glasgow, BobSponsor: Eckels, Robert
Relating to the confidentiality of birth and death records.
House: State Affairs Senate: State Affairs
Laid on the table subject to call
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
SB 699 70-0 (1987)
Author: Washington, Craig
Relating to the release of confidential mental health records in certain circumstances.
Senate: Health & Human Services
Referred to Health & Human Services
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 1392 70-0 (1987)
Author: Parmer, HughSponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the confidentiality of the name, address, and telephone number of a victim of certain sexual offenses.
House: Criminal Jurisprudence Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/87
| Crimes--Against Persons--Sexual | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | SEXUAL ASSAULT
HB 370 69-0 (1985)
Author: Eckels, Robert
Relating to penalties for disclosing confidential information concerning a person's mental health.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 1616 69-0 (1985)
Author: Oliver, Jesse
Relating to the confidentiality of certain records of committees of hospitals and medical organizations; and declaring an emergency.
House: Public Health
Transferred to Calendars Committee
| Education--Higher--Health Institutions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Open Meetings
SB 302 69-0 (1985)
Author: Brown, J.E.
Relating to the confidentiality of certain counseling information and to the offense of illegal disclosure of counseling information; providing a penalty.
House: State Affairs Senate: Health & Human Resources
Referred to State Affairs
| COUNSELING & THERAPY | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 592 69-0 (1985)
Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo
Relating to the status of certain birth and death records.
Senate: Health & Human Resources
Reported favorably w/o amendments
| BIRTH & DEATH CERTIFICATES | Health--General | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | VITAL STATISTICS & RECORDS
SB 656 69-0 (1985)
Author: Brooks, ChetSponsor: Oliver, Jesse
Relating to the confidentiality of certain records of committees of hospitals and medical organizations and to immunity for furnishing certain information to the committees.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals
HB 9 69-1 (1985)
Author: Eckels, Robert
Relating to confidentiality of mental health information and to the offense of illegal disclosure of mental health information; providing a penalty.
Filed
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 10 68-0 (1983)
Author: Polk, Mary
Relating to an exception to the physician-patient privilege in investigations or prosecutions involving driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence of drugs.
House: Public Health
Referred to subcommittee
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS | Vehicles & Traffic--DWI & DUID
HB 94 68-0 (1983)
Author: Garcia, MattSponsor: Caperton, Kent
Relating to the right of a possessory conservator of a child to the child's medical, dental, and educational records.
House: Judiciary Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
| Family--Parent & Child | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records
HB 191 68-0 (1983)
Author: Hudson III, Samuel
Relating to participation of certain persons in medical research projects, experimental medical treatment, and certain surgical procedures.
House: Law Enforcement
Referred to Committee on Law Enforcement
| Corrections--Jails & Prisons | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INFORMED CONSENT | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 799 68-0 (1983)
Author: Messer, Bill
Relating to certain exceptions to the confidentiality of certain medical and other mental health records regarding a patient.
House: Public Health
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 989 68-0 (1983)
Author: Cain, David
Relating to the disposition of certain hospital district records.
House: County Affairs
Committee laid on table subject to call
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Special Districts & Authorities--Hospital
HB 1960 68-0 (1983)
Author: Messer, Bill
Relating to the confidentiality of certain medical and psychological records.
House: Public Health
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | PHYSICIANS | PSYCHOLOGISTS
SB 375 68-0 (1983)
Author: Doggett, LloydSponsor: Messer, Bill
Relating to certain exceptions to the confidentiality of certain medical and mental health records regarding a patient.
House: Public Health Senate: Health & Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 1170 68-0 (1983)
Author: Glasgow, Bob
Relating to the confidentiality of certain medical and hospital records.
Senate: Health & Human Resources
No action taken
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | MEDICAL RECORDS | PHYSICIANS
HB 808 67-0 (1981)
Author: London, David
Relating to the confidentiality of information and reports concerning persons infected with venereal diseases.
House: Health Services
Comm. report printed & sent to Comm. on Local & Consent Cal.
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1104 67-0 (1981)
Author: Crawford, Bo
Relating to confidentiality of certain information relating to the mental or emotional health of an individual.
House: Health Services
Referred to Committee on Health Services
| CIVIL COMMITMENT | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 152 67-0 (1981)
Author: Farabee, RaySponsor: Crawford, Bo
Relating to the confidentiality of records of clients served by the facilities of the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation and by community centers for mental health and mental retardation services.
House: Health Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 153 67-0 (1981)
Author: Farabee, RaySponsor: Crawford, Bo
Relating to the privilege of confidentiality between mental health professional and client.
House: Health Services Senate: Human Resources
Withdrawn from calendar
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 256 67-0 (1981)
Author: Richards, MikeSponsor: London, David
Relating to the reporting and use of information from certain laboratory tests for sexually transmissible diseases.
House: Health Services Senate: Human Resources
Committee report printed and sent to Committee on Calendars
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 257 67-0 (1981)
Author: Richards, MikeSponsor: London, David
Relating to the confidentiality of information and records relating to known or suspected cases of sexually transmissible diseases.
House: Health Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . .
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 427 66-0 (1979)
Author: Ezzell, Michael H.
Relating to the disclosure of records of deceased mentally retarded persons.
House: Health Services
Considered by committee in public hearing
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 428 66-0 (1979)
Author: Ezzell, Michael H.
Relating to consent for disclosure of information about deceased mental patients.
House: Health Services
Considered by committee in public hearing
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 1153 66-0 (1979)
Author: Green, Gene
Relating to access to patient records in the custody of a health care facility or practitioner.
House: Health Services
Considered by committee in public hearing
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1163 66-0 (1979)
Author: Crawford, BoSponsor: Braecklein, Bill
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information pertaining to the mental or emotional health of an individual.
House: Judiciary Senate: Human Resources
Effective on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1255 66-0 (1979)
Author: Lalor, Lance
Relating to subpoena of certain hospital committees records.
House: Judiciary
Referred to Committee on Judiciary
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals
SB 193 66-0 (1979)
Author: Farabee, RaySponsor: Ezzell, Michael H.
Authorizing the head of a mental hospital to disclose information concerning a deceased patient upon the consent of certain persons; providing for severability; and declaring an emergency.
House: Health Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective immediately
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 194 66-0 (1979)
Author: Farabee, RaySponsor: Ezzell, Michael H.
Authorizing the disclosure of records concerning a deceased mentally retarded person upon the consent of certain persons; providing for severability; and declaring an emergency.
House: Health Services Senate: Human Resources
Effective immediately
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 434 66-0 (1979)
Author: Farabee, RaySponsor: Cain, David
Relating to the furnishing of the records of a hospital, physician or chiropractor pertaining to treatment for which workers' compensation is being sought; relating to charges for such treatment.
House: Employment Practices Senate: Jurisprudence
Effective immediately
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals | Labor--Workers' Compensation
SB 498 66-0 (1979)
Author: Ogg, Jack
Authorizing private physicians to report voluntarily drivers having certain specified disorders or disabilities; providing for immunity from liability; and declaring an emergency.
Senate: State Affairs
Reported from committee favorably with amendments
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS
SB 960 66-0 (1979)
Author: Braecklein, Bill
Relating to confidentiality of certain information pertaining to the mental or emotional health of an individual; providing for injunctive relief and civil damages; and declaring an emergency.
Senate: Human Resources
Reported from committee favorably with substitute
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 447 65-0 (1977)
Author: Blythe, W.J. "Bill"Sponsor: Mengden, Walter
Relating to information about the medical history of an applicant for a driver's license.
House: Transportation Senate: State Affairs
Effective in 90 days
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Vehicles & Traffic--Driver's Licenses
HB 1025 65-0 (1977)
Author: Grant, Ben Z.
Relating to tampering with records of a health care provider; fixing a penalty; and declaring an emergency.
House: Health & Welfare
Referred to Committee on Health and Welfare
| Crimes--Miscellaneous | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 1309 65-0 (1977)
Author: Nugent, James E.Sponsor: Lombardino, Frank
Relating to disclosure of certain agreements for the payment for laboratory tests.
House: Health & Welfare Senate: Human Resources
Effective immediately
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations
HB 1492 65-0 (1977)
Author: Gaston, Frank
Relating to a testimonial privilege of certain professionals and nontestimonial confidentiality of certain professional communications and records; providing injunctive relief and civil damages.
House: State Affairs
Referred to Committee on State Affairs
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | Religion
HB 1493 65-0 (1977)
Author: Gaston, Frank
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information pertaining to the mental or emotional health of an individual; providing injunctive relief and civil damages.
House: State Affairs
Referred to Committee on State Affairs
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 1541 65-0 (1977)
Author: Grant, Ben Z.
Relating to the confidentiality of workmen's compensation claim files.
House: Judiciary
Considered by subcommittee in formal meeting
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Labor--Workers' Compensation
HB 2010 65-0 (1977)
Author: Weddington, Sarah
Relating to consent for sterilization of an imcompetent person.
House: State Affairs
Referred to subcommittee
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation | MENTAL INCOMPETENCY | PARENTAL CONSENT
SB 44 65-0 (1977)
Author: Mauzy, Oscar
Relating to confidentiality of certain records of the Industrial Accident Board.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Considered by committee in public hearing
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | INDUSTRIAL ACCIDENT BOARD | Labor--Workers' Compensation
SB 710 65-0 (1977)
Author: Mauzy, OscarSponsor: Grant, Ben Z.
Relating to the examination of hospital records concernig personal injuries by parties to suits based on those personal injuries and to the admissibility of such records as evidence.
House: Judiciary Senate: Jurisprudence
Assigned to Consent Calendar
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals
SB 711 65-0 (1977)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"Sponsor: Nabers, Lynn
Relating to an individual's access to personal information maintained by a state agency.
House: State Affairs Senate: Jurisprudence
Notice given- 1 hour to suspend rules to consider
| ACCESS TO PERSONAL INFORMATION ACT | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records | State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
HB 279 64-0 (1975)
Author: Peveto, Wayne
Relating to access to a patient's medical records.
House: Judiciary
Referred to subcommittee
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | MEDICAL RECORDS
HB 476 64-0 (1975)
Author: Gaston, Frank
Relating to the confidentiality of certain information pertaining to the mental or emotional health of an individual; providing for injunctive relief and civil damages.
House: Judiciary
Considered by committee in public hearing
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
HB 477 64-0 (1975)
Author: Gaston, Frank
Relating to the psychotherapist-patient testimonial privilege and the nontestimonial confidentiality of communications and records between psychotherapist and patient; providing injunctive relief and civil damages.
House: Judiciary
Considered by committee in public hearing
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Occupational Regulation--Health Occupations | PSYCHOLOGISTS
HB 961 64-0 (1975)
Author: Gaston, Frank
Relating to the psychotherapist-patient testimonial privilege and the nontestimonial confidentiality of communications and records between psychotherapist and patient; providing injunctive relief and civil damages.
House: Judiciary
Considered by committee in public hearing
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
SB 110 64-0 (1975)
Author: Mauzy, Oscar
Making privileged certain information given by a patient to a licensed physician; providing exceptions in certain cases.
Senate: Jurisprudence
Reported from committee favorably substituted
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS
HB 175 63-0 (1973)
Author: Vecchio, James S.
Repealing Section 3, Chapter 372, Acts of the 58th Legislature, 1963, as added by Section 1, Chapter 568, Acts of the 61st Legislature, Regular Session 1969 (Article 4447d, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes), relating to the confidentiality of the records and proceedings of certain hospital committees, medical organization committees, or extended care facility committees; and declaring an emergency.
House: Judiciary
Referred to subcommittee
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Hospitals
SB 101 63-0 (1973)
Author: Moore, W.T. "Bill"
Relating to privileged communications between physician and patient.
Senate: State Affairs
Sent to subcommittee
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS
HB 840 62-0 (1971)
Author: Floyd, GuySponsor: Bates, James S.
Relating to providing that certain communications by a patient who has voluntarily submitted to treatment or is being examined for admission to voluntary treatment for drug abuse shall be privileged.
| Alcoholism & Drug Abuse | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PATIENT RIGHTS & PROTECTION
HB 1111 62-0 (1971)
Author: Jones, Edmund E.
Relating to providing that a doctor may not testify against a patient about any matter that came to his knowledge as a result of a doctor-patient relationship.
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS
HB 1208 61-0 (1969)
Author: Finck, William Henry "Bill"
Relating to the confidential nature and restricted use of records and proceedings of any hospital committee, medical organization committee, or extended care facility committee.
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Open Records
HB 858 60-0 (1967)
Author: Moore, Jr., Thomas Paul "Tom"
Relating to amending certain statutes so as to require the providing of medical reports to employees under certain conditions and providing for alternatives when such reports are not furnished.
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Labor--General
HB 1001 59-0 (1965)
Author: Fletcher, Henry A.
Relating to the testimony of a medical practitioner concerning the physical or mental condition of a person he has examined.
| Courts--Civil Procedure | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS
SB 562 59-0 (1965)
Author: Schwartz, A.R. "Babe"
Relating to the testimony of a medical practitioner concerning the physical or mental condition of a person he has examined.
| Courts--Civil Procedure | Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS
SB 37 58-0 (1963)
Author: Watson, Jr., Murray
Relating to providing for the reporting of medical treatment, or request therefor, of gunshot and other wounds indicating violence and providing penalties for failure to make such reports.
| Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Weapons
HB 1056 57-0 (1961)
Author: Gladden, Donald C. "Don"
Relating to the method by which a patient or his authorized representative may obtain medical information about himself from a hospital or practitioner of the healing arts who has furnished him with medical care; denying such information to unauthorized person; providing penalties for violations.
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 788 56-0 (1959)
Author: Harrington, D. Roy
Relating to the furnishing of a report by an examining physician.
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS
HB 820 56-0 (1959)
Author: Spears, Jr., Franklin Scott | et. al.
Relating to providing that no person against his or her will or consent, or that of guardian, next friend or parent, in an action involving personal injuries or mental condition, shall ever by any rule of procedure, be required to furnish a medical or mental report or submit to a physical or mental examination by any person or in any manner, at the instance or request of any part to such litigation, or by the trial court.
| Criminal Procedure--Trial | EVIDENCE | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
SB 390 56-0 (1959)
Author: Gonzalez, Henry Barbosa
Relating to providing that no person against his or her will or consent, or that of guardian, next friend or parent, in an action involving personal injuries or mental condition, shall ever by any rule of procedure, be required to furnish a medical or mental report or submit to a physical or mental examination by any person or in any manner, at the instance or request of any part to such litigation, or by the trial court.
| Civil Remedies & Liabilities | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 742 55-0 (1957)
Author: Shackelford, E. E. "Shack"
Relating to the furnishing of a statement of examining physicians.
| Health Care Providers | Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS
HB 752 55-0 (1957)
Author: Shackelford, E. E. "Shack"
Relating to the taking of a statement from an injured person; relating to the negotiation of a settlement from an injured person.
| ACCIDENTS | Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions | Health--Privacy/Use of Information
HB 506 54-0 (1955)
Author: Lieck, Jr., Charles J.
Relating to requiring the furnishing of reports to certain persons under certain circumstances by physicians or any practitioner of the healing sciences; prescribing certain limitations.
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | PHYSICIANS
HB 159 53-0 (1953)
Author: Lieck, Jr., Charles J.
Relating to amending certain Statutes by providing certain duties of superintendents of Texas State Hospitals; making certain records available to certain persons.
| Health--Privacy/Use of Information | Mental Health & Mental Retardation
