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TX SB922

Bill

Status

Passed

5/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kelly Hancock

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits "sensitive test results" from being disclosed to patients through electronic means (such as patient portals or health apps) until at least 3 days after the results are finalized

  • Defines "sensitive test results" as pathology or radiology reports with a reasonable likelihood of showing malignancy findings, or test results that may reveal a genetic marker

  • Requires physicians to provide requested medical information within 15 business days and in compliance with the new electronic disclosure timing requirements

  • Places responsibility for implementing the 3-day delay on the person who administers or controls the patient's electronic health record

  • Provides immunity from civil, criminal, administrative liability, and professional disciplinary action for failure to comply with these electronic disclosure requirements; effective September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the disclosure of certain medical information by electronic means.

Health

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

5/19/2025

Committee Referrals

Public Health4/17/2025
Health & Human Services2/13/2025

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