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TX HB3455

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Joanne Shofner

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Defines "experimental drug or device" as any drug or device that is experimental, investigational, or has been approved by the FDA for emergency use

  • Requires manufacturers of experimental drugs or devices to provide purchasers with a disclosure form containing all information necessary for informed consumer decisions, including possible adverse health effects, in a clear and coherent summary

  • Mandates that purchasers pass the disclosure form along the supply chain, with health care providers and retailers required to deliver the form in person and obtain a signed consent from someone capable of providing informed consent before selling to consumers

  • Creates a private right of action allowing consumers who receive experimental drugs or devices without proper disclosure to sue the manufacturer for damages arising from adverse effects

  • Allows prevailing claimants to recover compensatory damages (including pain and suffering), exemplary damages, and reasonable attorney's fees and costs; effective September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to manufacturer disclosure requirements and liability for experimental drugs and devices.

Health

Last Action

Withdrawn from schedule

4/2/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence3/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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