TX HB673

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) becomes a compensable workers' compensation injury for first responders, including peace officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, paramedics, and emergency care attendants

PTSD must be diagnosed according to DSM-5 (or later edition adopted by the commissioner) and caused by one or more events occurring in the course and scope of employment, with preponderance of evidence showing the events were a producing cause

The date of injury for PTSD claims is defined as the date the first responder first knew or should have known the disorder may be related to their employment

Mental or emotional injuries arising principally from legitimate personnel actions (transfers, promotions, demotions, terminations) remain non-compensable

Applies to claims for injuries occurring on or after September 1, 2025