Texas SB2730 modifies the Health and Safety Code to exempt certain individuals from preliminary examination in a hospital emergency department.

Texas SB2730 amends Section 573.021 of the Health and Safety Code by adding a new Subsection (f). This change specifies that a preliminary examination is not required for a person transported to a hospital emergency department under certain conditions. Specifically, the examination does not apply if the person remains in the custody of a peace officer at the facility or if the facility is licensed to provide mental health services. This bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2730 modifies the Health and Safety Code to exempt certain individuals from preliminary examination in a hospital emergency department.

Texas SB2730 amends Section 573.021 of the Health and Safety Code by adding a new Subsection (f). This change specifies that a preliminary examination is not required for a person transported to a hospital emergency department under certain conditions. Specifically, the examination does not apply if the person remains in the custody of a peace officer at the facility or if the facility is licensed to provide mental health services. This bill takes effect on September 1, 2025.