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TX HB88
TX HB88Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
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Introduced
10/06/2023
10/06/2023
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
11/07/2023
11/07/2023
Introduced Session
88th Legislature 3rd Special Session
Bill Summary
Relating to informed consent before provision of certain medical treatments and exemptions from COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Texas COVID-19 Vaccine Freedom Act, aims to ensure that individuals lawfully residing in Texas have the right to provide or withhold consent for any medical treatment, including COVID-19 vaccines. The bill prohibits any person from compelling or coercing an individual into obtaining a COVID-19 vaccine contrary to their preference, and requires healthcare providers to obtain the individual's informed consent before administering a COVID-19 vaccine. The bill also prohibits adverse actions or penalties against individuals for refusing or failing to obtain a COVID-19 vaccine, and allows the Attorney General to seek injunctive relief against violators. Healthcare providers who violate the informed consent requirement may be liable for damages of at least $5,000 to the affected individual.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Filed (on 10/06/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=883&Bill=HB88 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/883/billtext/html/HB00088I.htm |
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