TX HB2794

Establishes restrictions on admitting evidence of a victim's past sexual behavior in prosecutions for sexual assault, indecent assault, and aggravated sexual assault, including attempts or conspiracies to commit these offenses

Prohibits reputation, opinion, or specific instance evidence of a victim's past sexual behavior unless the court conducts an in camera examination outside the jury's presence and determines the probative value outweighs unfair prejudice to the victim

Allows such evidence only in limited circumstances: to rebut state's scientific/medical evidence, to prove consent based on past sexual behavior with the defendant, to show victim's motive or bias, under Rule 609 impeachment standards, or when constitutionally required

Formally disapproves Texas Rules of Evidence Rule 412, replacing it with this statutory framework codified in the Code of Criminal Procedure

Takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies only to criminal proceedings commencing on or after that date