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TX HB5076
Bill
Status
3/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Leach
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 162.0022 of the Texas Occupations Code to add provisions regarding vicarious liability for health organizations
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Shields health organizations from vicarious liability for medical care provided by employed physicians, provided the organization complies with existing policy requirements under Subsection (a)
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Liability protection applies only when the health organization does not interfere with, control, or direct the physician's independent medical judgment during patient care
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Takes effect immediately upon receiving two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers; otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to vicarious liability of certain health organizations for medical care provided by a physician the organization employs.
Civil Remedies & Liabilities
Last Action
Committee report sent to Calendars
5/10/2025