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TX HB1492
Bill
Status
12/3/2024
Primary Sponsor
Nate Schatzline
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AI Summary
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Prohibits political subdivisions in Texas from adopting or enforcing any order, ordinance, or other measure that prevents individuals from accessing imminently dying family members
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Specifically bars limitations on the amount of time an individual may spend with a dying family member
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Applies to measures enacted under emergency management authority (Chapter 418, Government Code), addressing restrictions like those seen during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Takes effect immediately if passed by two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers; otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
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Adds new Section 370.010 to the Local Government Code
Legislative Description
Relating to the authority of a political subdivision to deny or limit access to dying members of an individual's family.
Health
Last Action
Referred to Public Health
3/11/2025