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TX HB4336

TX HB4336
Relating to the emergency possession of a newborn by employees of a hospital.


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Introduced
03/11/2025
In Committee
05/06/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to the emergency possession of a newborn by employees of a hospital.

AI Summary

This bill modifies the Texas Family Code to explicitly clarify that hospital employees can take possession of a newborn immediately after the child's birth when the parent voluntarily surrenders the child. Specifically, the bill expands the existing legal provisions for designated emergency infant care providers, who are already authorized to take possession of infants 60 days old or younger when voluntarily delivered by a parent. The new language specifically adds the scenario of a parent surrendering a child to a hospital employee right after giving birth as a valid method of voluntary delivery. This change appears intended to provide clear legal protection for hospital staff who receive newborns from parents who cannot or choose not to care for them, ensuring a safe mechanism for infant surrender. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, which gives time for healthcare facilities and relevant authorities to prepare for the updated legal framework.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (15)

Last Action

Placed on General State Calendar (on 05/13/2025)

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