Texas HB2146 creates a legal cause of action for nonconsensual condom removal or alteration during sexual contact.

Texas HB2146 amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to create a new cause of action for nonconsensual condom removal or alteration during sexual contact. A defendant is liable if they intentionally remove, alter, or render a condom less effective without consent and then engage in sexual contact. Successful claimants can receive actual damages, including mental anguish, court costs, attorney's fees, and potentially exemplary damages. The law applies to causes of action accruing after its effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB2146 creates a legal cause of action for nonconsensual condom removal or alteration during sexual contact.

Texas HB2146 amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to create a new cause of action for nonconsensual condom removal or alteration during sexual contact. A defendant is liable if they intentionally remove, alter, or render a condom less effective without consent and then engage in sexual contact. Successful claimants can receive actual damages, including mental anguish, court costs, attorney's fees, and potentially exemplary damages. The law applies to causes of action accruing after its effective date of September 1, 2025.