Texas SB95 mandates informed consent for child immunizations and sets civil liability for providers who fail to obtain consent.

Texas SB95 amends the Family Code to require health care providers to obtain informed consent from a person authorized to consent to a child's immunization before administering it. The consent form must meet specific requirements. If a provider fails to obtain consent and the child has an adverse reaction, the provider is liable for damages of at least $5,000 and other reasonable expenses. The changes apply to causes of action accruing after the bill's effective date.

Texas SB95 mandates informed consent for child immunizations and sets civil liability for providers who fail to obtain consent.

Texas SB95 amends the Family Code to require health care providers to obtain informed consent from a person authorized to consent to a child's immunization before administering it. The consent form must meet specific requirements. If a provider fails to obtain consent and the child has an adverse reaction, the provider is liable for damages of at least $5,000 and other reasonable expenses. The changes apply to causes of action accruing after the bill's effective date.