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TX SB90
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Bob Hall
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AI Summary
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Prohibits state officials, employees, or agents from restricting or prohibiting physicians from prescribing, administering, or dispensing FDA-approved prescription drugs for off-label uses (uses other than the approved indication)
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Protects physicians from adverse licensing actions by the Texas Medical Board based solely on off-label prescribing, provided the treatment meets the medical standard of care
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Explicitly excludes abortion-inducing drugs from the protections granted under this chapter
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Provides that the law does not create any private or state cause of action against drug manufacturers, physicians, or other care providers for patient harm resulting from off-label drug use
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Takes effect immediately with two-thirds legislative vote, otherwise September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to patient access to prescription drugs for off-label use.
Health
Last Action
Referred to Health & Human Services
2/3/2025