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TX HB1787

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

Donna Howard

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Department of State Health Services to develop a state plan for preventing and treating HPV and related health problems among students at Texas institutions of higher education, with targeted strategies for disproportionately affected demographic groups

  • Mandates the department seek advice from multiple stakeholders when developing the plan, including HPV-infected advocates, state agencies, advisory bodies, healthcare providers, and the Texas Medical Association

  • Requires the plan to be reviewed and modified at least every five years, with optional biennial updates

  • Directs the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and Department of State Health Services to jointly develop an HPV awareness and education program for college students

  • Requires both agencies to conduct health education and community outreach activities and post information on their websites about HPV risk factors, transmission, screening, prevention, and treatment options

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the establishment of a higher education plan for human papillomavirus education and prevention.

Education

Last Action

Postponed 6/3/25 10:00 AM

5/9/2025

Committee Referrals

Higher Education3/14/2025

Full Bill Text

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