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TX SB29
TX SB29Relating to prohibited governmental entity implementation or enforcement of a vaccine mandate, mask requirement, or private business or school closure to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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Introduced
03/09/2023
03/09/2023
In Committee
05/17/2023
05/17/2023
Crossed Over
04/03/2023
04/03/2023
Passed
05/29/2023
05/29/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
06/02/2023
06/02/2023
Introduced Session
88th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to prohibited governmental entity implementation or enforcement of a vaccine mandate, mask requirement, or private business or school closure to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits governmental entities in Texas from implementing or enforcing vaccine mandates, mask requirements, or closures of private businesses or schools to prevent the spread of COVID-19, with limited exceptions. Specifically, the bill prohibits governmental entities from requiring individuals to wear face masks or be vaccinated against COVID-19, and from mandating the closure of private businesses or schools. The bill includes exceptions for certain state-operated facilities and health care facilities owned by governmental entities. The bill takes effect immediately or on September 1, 2023, depending on the vote of the legislature.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (21)
Brian Birdwell (R)*,
Stan Gerdes (R)*,
J.M. Lozano (R)*,
Paul Bettencourt (R),
César Blanco (D),
Donna Campbell (R),
Brandon Creighton (R),
Pete Flores (R),
Bob Hall (R),
Kelly Hancock (R),
Joan Huffman (R),
Bryan Hughes (R),
Phil King (R),
Lois Kolkhorst (R),
Mayes Middleton (R),
Tan Parker (R),
Angela Paxton (R),
Charles Perry (R),
Charles Schwertner (R),
Kevin Sparks (R),
Drew Springer (R),
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/23 (on 06/02/2023)
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