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TX HB5506
Bill
Status
3/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dade Phelan
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AI Summary
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Grants ringside physicians immunity from civil liability for acts performed within the scope of their responsibilities at combative sports events
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Excludes protection for gross negligence, meaning physicians can still be sued for actions or omissions that constitute gross negligence
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Applies only to legal actions commenced on or after the effective date of the Act, not retroactively
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Takes effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both legislative chambers, or September 1, 2025, if that threshold is not met
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Amends Subchapter F, Chapter 2052 of the Occupations Code by adding new Section 2052.255
Legislative Description
Relating to immunity for ringside physicians assigned to combative sports events.
Occupational Regulation
Last Action
Laid on the table subject to call
5/10/2025