TX HB5274

Creates a new occupational license for anesthesiologist assistants in Texas, establishing the Texas Anesthesiologist Assistant Board as a five-member advisory board to the Texas Medical Board

Requires license applicants to complete a graduate-level training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, pass a certifying examination within one year of program completion, and maintain current national certification

Mandates that anesthesiologist assistants work only under supervision of an anesthesiologist who is physically present in the facility and able to respond to medical emergencies

Protects the titles "anesthesiologist assistant," "certified anesthesiologist assistant," and initials "C.A.A." or "A.A." for licensed practitioners only, with administrative penalties for violations

Establishes a transition period with licensing requirement enforcement beginning September 1, 2026, and requires the Texas Medical Board to adopt necessary rules by June 1, 2026