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TX SB1932

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Juan Hinojosa

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the legal presumption that acute myocardial infarction (heart attack) or stroke suffered by firefighters, peace officers, and emergency medical technicians occurred in the course and scope of employment

  • Removes the requirement that physical activity be "nonroutine" — now any stressful or strenuous physical activity during emergency response or training qualifies for the presumption

  • Adds "law enforcement" as a specifically listed qualifying activity alongside fire suppression, rescue, hazardous material response, and emergency medical services

  • Extends the time window for the presumption to apply from only during the activity to up to 8 hours after the end of the shift in which the qualifying activity occurred

  • Applies only to claims for benefits or compensation filed on or after the effective date; takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote or September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to certain presumptions applicable to claims for benefits or compensation for certain medical conditions brought by certain first responders.

Health

Last Action

Referred to Local Government

3/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Local Government3/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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