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TX HB4336
Bill
Status
Introduced
3/11/2025
Primary Sponsor
David Cook
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 262.302(a) of the Texas Family Code to clarify that designated emergency infant care providers may take possession of a child 60 days old or younger without a court order
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Explicitly includes surrendering a child to a hospital employee immediately after giving birth as a valid method of voluntary delivery under the Safe Haven law
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Requires that the parent did not express an intent to return for the child for the emergency possession provision to apply
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Effective date is September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the emergency possession of a newborn by employees of a hospital.
Health
Last Action
Placed on General State Calendar
5/13/2025
Committee Referrals
Human Services4/1/2025
Full Bill Text
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