Bill > SB2130

This bill allows certain counties and hospital districts in Texas to establish disease control pilot programs to reduce the spread of infectious and communicable diseases like HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. The programs can provide for the anonymous exchange of used needles and syringes, offer education on disease prevention, and assist participants in accessing healthcare and substance abuse treatment services. The bill also authorizes these programs to charge reasonable registration and participant fees, and exempts certain activities related to the programs from laws prohibiting the possession or delivery of hypodermic needles and syringes.