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TX HB653
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Donna Howard
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AI Summary
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Prohibits state and local governmental entities from restricting an individual's right to purchase or use any FDA-approved contraceptive, including emergency contraceptives
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Protects access to contraceptive information, barring government entities from limiting individuals' ability to obtain information about contraceptives
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Defines "contraceptive" as any drug, device, or pregnancy prevention method approved by the FDA
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Defines "emergency contraceptive" as an FDA-approved elevated-dose hormone drug used postcoitally that prevents fertilization or implantation
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the purchase and use of contraceptives and access to contraceptive information.
Health
Last Action
Referred to Public Health
3/4/2025