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TX SB842

Bill

Status

Passed

5/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Charles Schwertner

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Grants ringside physicians immunity from civil liability for acts performed within the scope of their responsibilities at combative sports events

  • Immunity does not apply to acts or omissions constituting gross negligence by the physician

  • Adds new Section 2052.255 to Subchapter F, Chapter 2052 of the Occupations Code

  • Applies only to legal actions commenced on or after the effective date

  • Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025; passed Senate 31-0 on March 19, 2025 and House 141-1 on May 12, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to immunity for ringside physicians assigned to combative sports events.

Occupational Regulation

Last Action

Effective immediately

5/24/2025

Committee Referrals

Licensing & Administrative Procedures4/9/2025
Business & Commerce2/13/2025

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