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This bill, known as the Texas COVID-19 Vaccine Freedom Act, prohibits any person from compelling or coercing individuals lawfully residing in Texas to obtain a COVID-19 vaccine against their preference. It requires healthcare providers to obtain informed consent before administering a COVID-19 vaccine, and prohibits them from taking adverse action against individuals who refuse or fail to get the vaccine. The bill also allows the Attorney General to seek injunctive relief against violators and provides a private right of action for individuals subject to violations, with damages of at least $5,000. The bill applies only to conduct occurring on or after its effective date and includes a severability clause.