TX HB2072

Creates a first-degree felony for causing a patient's death by withdrawing or withholding life-sustaining treatment contrary to the patient's valid directive or authorized health care decision, and in violation of existing procedural requirements

Eliminates the statute of limitations for health care liability claims arising from unlawfully withholding or withdrawing life-sustaining treatment from a patient

Exempts claims related to unlawful withholding or withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment from caps on damages under the medical liability subchapter

Removes liability protection for physicians, health care facilities, and professionals who cause death by withdrawing or withholding life-sustaining treatment in violation of the law, regardless of whether they knew about the patient's directive

Takes effect September 1, 2025, with provisions applying only to offenses committed and causes of action accruing on or after that date