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Texas House Bill HB4076

Texas 2017 - 85th Regular

Texas House Bill HB4076

Caption

Relating to fetal alcohol syndrome information provided to pregnant patients.

Impact

If enacted, HB 4076 will amend Chapter 161 of the Health and Safety Code by establishing a new subsection that emphasizes the distribution and availability of medically accurate information relating to fetal alcohol syndrome. The Department of State Health Services will be tasked with creating guidelines for the provision of such information and ensuring its accessibility to both health care providers and patients. This could lead to a uniform approach to educating pregnant women statewide regarding these important health risks, potentially decreasing the incidence of fetal alcohol syndrome in Texas.

Summary

House Bill 4076 relates to the requirement for health care providers to offer informational materials to pregnant patients regarding the risks associated with alcohol consumption during pregnancy. Specifically, the bill mandates that during the first visit a pregnant patient has with a health care provider, they must receive accurate information about fetal alcohol syndrome and its associated risks. This policy aims to enhance awareness among expecting mothers about the serious implications of prenatal alcohol exposure, thus promoting healthier pregnancy outcomes.

Contention

Key points of contention surrounding the bill may include discussions on the adequacy of the informational materials and the responsibility of health care providers in ensuring that patients receive this information. There could also be debates on how effectively this mandate can be enforced, particularly in various health care settings, and whether it truly addresses the complexities of alcohol consumption and pregnancy. Some critics may argue that while the intent of the bill is commendable, the actual impact on behavior change among pregnant women may be limited without comprehensive support initiatives.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB2381

Relating to the development of a webpage and mobile application for the provision of pregnancy-related resources and information.

TX HB647

Relating to an advance directive and do-not-resuscitate order of a pregnant woman and information provided for an advance directive.

TX SB2465

Relating to an advance directive and do-not-resuscitate order of a pregnant woman and information provided for an advance directive.

TX SB14

Relating to prohibitions on the provision to certain children of procedures and treatments for gender transitioning, gender reassignment, or gender dysphoria and on the use of public money or public assistance to provide those procedures and treatments.

TX HB1686

Relating to prohibitions on the provision to certain children of procedures and treatments for gender transitioning, gender reassignment, or gender dysphoria and on the use of public money or public assistance to provide those procedures and treatments.

TX SB625

Relating to prohibitions on the provision to certain children of procedures and treatments for gender transitioning, gender reassignment, or gender dysphoria and on the use of public money or public assistance to provide those procedures and treatments.

TX HB122

Relating to professional liability insurance coverage for and prohibitions on providing to certain children procedures and treatments for gender transitioning, gender reassignment, or gender dysphoria; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB1958

Relating to maternal mortality and morbidity in this state and Medicaid eligibility of and coverage for certain services provided to pregnant women.

TX HB1532

Relating to professional liability insurance coverage for and prohibitions on the provision to certain children of procedures and treatments for gender transitioning, gender reassignment, or gender dysphoria and to the abuse of a child.

TX HB41

Relating to professional liability insurance coverage for and prohibitions on the provision to certain children of procedures and treatments for gender transitioning, gender reassignment, or gender dysphoria.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.