TX HB2733

Expands the criminal offense of barratry (ambulance chasing) to include solicitation through direct messages on social media platforms and other electronic communications, including false, misleading, or deceptive electronic messages

Applies to attorneys, chiropractors, physicians, surgeons, private investigators, and other health care professionals licensed in Texas who solicit clients who have not sought their services

Prohibits unsolicited contact regarding personal injury, wrongful death, or accident-related matters within 31 days of the incident occurring

Maintains existing prohibitions on soliciting individuals already represented by counsel, defendants in lawsuits within 31 days of filing, and solicitations involving coercion, fraud, harassment, or false statements

Takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies only to offenses committed on or after that date