TX HB324

Amends the definition of sexual assault without consent to include situations where consent (as defined in the Penal Code) is not present, and adds "reasonably should know" standard to existing knowledge requirements

Expands circumstances constituting lack of consent to include when the victim is intoxicated by any substance to the point of being incapable of consenting, or when the actor knows or should know the victim has not given verbal or positive affirmation of consent, or has withdrawn consent

Adds new provisions covering impersonation of authority figures including public servants, clergymen, facility employees, coaches/tutors, and caregivers as circumstances establishing lack of consent

Creates new category of sexual assault when mental health or health care providers (or those impersonating them) cause participation by creating false impressions of law or fact during actual or purported services

Applies only to offenses committed on or after September 1, 2025, with prior offenses governed by former law