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TX SB2919

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/14/2025

Primary Sponsor

Borris Miles

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases minimum emergency power duration requirement for end stage renal disease (dialysis) facilities from 24 hours to 72 hours

  • Allows facilities to meet the 72-hour power requirement through either an on-site fuel source for generators OR a battery-powered generator with sufficient capacity

  • Requires facilities that cannot feasibly install or maintain adequate on-site fuel storage to enter into third-party fuel delivery agreements for power outages

  • Maintains existing requirements for on-site emergency generators to comply with National Fire Protection Association standards and be positioned at least 10 feet from electrical transformers

  • Facilities must update their emergency contingency plans to comply with new requirements by December 1, 2025, with the act taking effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to power duration requirements in emergency contingency plans adopted by end stage renal disease facilities.

Health

Last Action

Placed on intent calendar

5/22/2025

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Services4/7/2025

Full Bill Text

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