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TX HB1787
Bill
Status
1/8/2025
Primary Sponsor
Donna Howard
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AI Summary
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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
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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
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Requires the plan to be reviewed and modified at least every five years, with optional biennial updates
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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
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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
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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