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TX HB3132

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Alders

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all assisted reproductive technology (ART) providers in Texas to submit annual reports to the Health and Human Services Commission detailing embryo creation, storage, transfers, and outcomes

  • Mandates tracking of embryo disposition including: number created, negligently destroyed, perished naturally, discarded intentionally (with specified reasons such as genetic concerns, undesired sex, or being unwanted), donated for adoption, or donated for research

  • Requires reporting on cryopreservation statistics including embryos frozen each year and total embryos in storage, as well as fresh versus frozen transfer rates

  • Obligates the department to compile statewide data and publish an annual public report by December 31 each year, including success rates broken down by age and procedure type

  • Authorizes administrative penalties including fines for providers who fail to comply with reporting requirements, with the law taking effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to reporting requirements for assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization.

STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF

Last Action

Referred to Public Health

3/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Public Health3/20/2025

Full Bill Text

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