Texas HB220 mandates health care facilities to provide specific care to sexual assault survivors.

HB220 amends the Health and Safety Code to establish minimum care standards for sexual assault survivors at health care facilities. This includes a forensic medical examination, a private waiting area, access to a sexual assault program advocate, and information about sexual assault crisis centers. The bill also ensures access to prophylaxis for sexually transmitted infections, a free shower, and emergency contraceptives if clinically indicated and consented to by the survivor. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB220 mandates health care facilities to provide specific care to sexual assault survivors.

HB220 amends the Health and Safety Code to establish minimum care standards for sexual assault survivors at health care facilities. This includes a forensic medical examination, a private waiting area, access to a sexual assault program advocate, and information about sexual assault crisis centers. The bill also ensures access to prophylaxis for sexually transmitted infections, a free shower, and emergency contraceptives if clinically indicated and consented to by the survivor. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.