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TX SB1899
Bill
Status
3/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joan Huffman
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AI Summary
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Amends Section 323.004(b) of the Health and Safety Code to add a new requirement for health care facilities treating sexual assault survivors
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Requires health care facilities to provide FDA-approved emergency contraceptives to prevent pregnancy when the survivor consents and the treatment is clinically indicated
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Existing minimum care standards remain unchanged, including forensic medical examinations, private waiting and treatment areas, access to sexual assault program advocates, STI prophylaxis, and free shower access after examination
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Effective date: September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the minimum standards of care provided to sexual assault survivors by health care facilities.
Crimes
Last Action
Co-author authorized
4/14/2025