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TX HB4922
Bill
Status
3/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sergio Munoz
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AI Summary
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Adds "freestanding emergency medical care facility" as a defined term in the Civil Practice and Remedies Code, referencing facilities licensed under Chapter 254 of the Health and Safety Code
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Extends existing liability protections for emergency medical care to freestanding emergency medical care facilities, in addition to hospital emergency departments, obstetrical units, and surgical suites
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Requires claimants in malpractice suits arising from emergency care at these facilities to prove "willful and wanton negligence" rather than ordinary negligence
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Applies the heightened standard of proof to care provided in surgical suites immediately following evaluation or treatment at a freestanding emergency medical care facility
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the standard of proof in certain health care liability claims arising out of the provision of emergency medical care.
Civil Remedies & Liabilities
Last Action
Left pending in committee
4/30/2025