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TX SB2769

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/14/2025

Primary Sponsor

Molly Cook

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits inpatient mental health facilities from denying admission or discharging patients with bleeding disorders solely because they require specialized treatments

  • Protects patients who need bolus injections or subcutaneous injections as prescribed treatment for bleeding disorders

  • Allows the specialized treatment to be administered by the patient themselves or by a licensed health care provider who is not a facility employee

  • Amends Chapter 571 of the Health and Safety Code by adding Section 571.0091

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the prohibited exclusion of certain individuals requiring specialized care from inpatient mental health facilities.

Health

Last Action

Referred to Health & Human Services

4/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Services4/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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