Texas HB1356 prohibits health care providers from discriminating based on vaccination status and imposes a civil penalty.

Texas HB1356 amends the Health and Safety Code to prohibit health care providers from denying or refusing to provide treatment, procedures, or services based on an individual's vaccination status. The term "health care provider" includes facilities and individuals licensed to provide health care. Violators face a civil penalty of $50,000 per violation, with the attorney general authorized to recover the penalty and associated costs. This law takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1356 prohibits health care providers from discriminating based on vaccination status and imposes a civil penalty.

Texas HB1356 amends the Health and Safety Code to prohibit health care providers from denying or refusing to provide treatment, procedures, or services based on an individual's vaccination status. The term "health care provider" includes facilities and individuals licensed to provide health care. Violators face a civil penalty of $50,000 per violation, with the attorney general authorized to recover the penalty and associated costs. This law takes effect on September 1, 2025.