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TX SB2094
Bill
Status
3/7/2025
Primary Sponsor
Molly Cook
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to develop a state plan for preventing and treating human papillomavirus (HPV) and related health problems among students at Texas institutions of higher education, using existing resources when possible
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The plan must include strategies targeting demographic groups disproportionately affected by HPV infection
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DSHS must seek input from multiple stakeholders including HPV-infected advocates, state agencies, advisory bodies, public advocates, healthcare providers, and a statewide physicians' association when developing the plan
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The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and DSHS must jointly develop an HPV awareness and education program that includes health education, public outreach, and posting prevention/treatment information on their websites
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The plan must be reviewed and modified at least every five years, with optional biennial updates; the act takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the establishment of a higher education plan for human papillomavirus education and prevention.
Education
Last Action
Referred to Health & Human Services
3/24/2025