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TX SB2447

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Sparks

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all assisted reproductive technology (ART) providers in Texas to submit annual reports to the Health and Human Services Commission detailing embryo creation, storage, destruction, and outcomes

  • Mandates reporting on specific embryo disposition categories including: number created per cycle, embryos destroyed (with reasons such as genetic concerns, undesired sex, or being unwanted), embryos lost to equipment failure or human error, and embryos donated for adoption or research

  • Requires tracking of cryopreservation statistics including embryos frozen each year and total embryos in storage, as well as fresh versus frozen transfer rates

  • Directs the department to compile and publish statewide statistics annually by December 31, including provider counts, procedure success rates broken down by age and donor status, and multiple gestation rates

  • Authorizes the department to impose administrative penalties including fines for noncompliance, with an effective date of September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to reporting requirements for assisted reproductive technology, including in vitro fertilization.

STATE HEALTH SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OF

Last Action

Referred to Health & Human Services

3/25/2025

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Services3/25/2025

Full Bill Text

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