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Texas House Bill HB1094

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1094

Filed
11/12/24  
Out of House Committee
3/26/25  
Voted on by House
4/10/25  
Out of Senate Committee
5/25/25  
Voted on by Senate
5/29/25  
Governor Action
6/20/25  

Caption

Relating to the regulation of transportation protection agreements.

Impact

The introduction of HB 1094 is expected to have a significant impact on the funeral services industry, particularly for providers that offer long-distance transportation. By exempting transportation protection agreements from insurance regulations, the bill is intended to lower barriers for funeral service providers, leading to potentially lower costs for families who require these services. Furthermore, it is anticipated that this change will encourage more providers to offer flexible and affordable transportation solutions, resulting in improved access for consumers in need.

Summary

House Bill 1094 seeks to regulate transportation protection agreements, specifically addressing the transport of deceased individuals from the site of death to a licensed facility. The bill proposes that these agreements, which are designed to ensure the timely and safe transfer of bodies over long distances (more than 75 miles), will not be classified as insurance in Texas. This regulatory change aims to create clarity and provide exemptions from certain insurance laws for these specialized agreements, making it easier for businesses operating in this sector to comply with state regulations.

Sentiment

Overall sentiment towards HB 1094 appears to be positive, reflecting a bipartisan agreement on the necessity of regulating transportation agreements within the funeral services sector. Proponents of the bill argue that the existing regulations are cumbersome and inhibit the ability of providers to swiftly adapt to market needs. There is a recognition that while sensitive in nature, ensuring the efficient transportation of deceased individuals is critical and should be accompanied by streamlined regulations.

Contention

Despite the overall support, there are points of contention regarding the bill, specifically concerning the lack of regulatory oversight. Critics may argue that exempting these agreements from insurance law could expose consumers to risk if the service providers fail to deliver on their promises. The balance between providing necessary regulatory exemptions and ensuring consumer protection remains a critical aspect of the legislative discourse surrounding HB 1094. Understanding and addressing these concerns will be vital for legislators as they consider the implications of the bill.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Finance Code

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Insurance Code

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Latest TX HB1094 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB2807

Relating to the regulation of a transportation protection agreement as a prepaid funeral benefit.

TX SB2517

Relating to the regulation of human body acquisition services and authorized recipients.

TX SB2040

Relating to the continuation and transfer of the regulation of willed body programs to the Texas Funeral Service Commission, the regulation of willed body programs, non-transplant anatomical donation organizations, and anatomical facilities, and the creation of the State Anatomical Advisory Committee; requiring registration; authorizing fees; authorizing an administrative penalty.

TX HB2190

Relating to the terminology used to describe transportation-related accidents.

TX HB1510

Relating to the continuation and transfer of the regulation of willed body programs to the Texas Funeral Service Commission, the regulation of willed body programs, non-transplant anatomical donation organizations, and anatomical facilities, and the creation of the State Anatomical Advisory Committee; requiring registration; authorizing fees; authorizing an administrative penalty.

TX HB1831

Relating to the regulation of the cultivation, manufacture, processing, distribution, sale, testing, transportation, delivery, transfer, possession, use, and taxation of cannabis and cannabis products and the local regulation of cannabis establishments; providing for expunction of records relating to certain decriminalized conduct; authorizing the imposition of fees; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a tax.

TX HB2191

Relating to mobile source emissions reductions and transportation electrification.

TX HB1937

Relating to the regulation of the cultivation, manufacture, processing, distribution, sale, testing, transportation, delivery, transfer, possession, use, and taxation of cannabis and cannabis products and local regulation of cannabis establishments; authorizing the imposition of fees; requiring an occupational license; creating a criminal offense; imposing a tax.

TX HB3782

Relating to establishing the Border Security Advisory Council and the Border Protection Task Force.

TX SB2508

Relating to mobile source emissions reductions and transportation electrification.

Similar Bills

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