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Texas House Bill HB4522

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB4522

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to membership of the Texas opioid abatement fund council.

Impact

By restructuring the council's membership, HB4522 aims to enhance the effectiveness of the Texas opioid abatement initiative. The inclusion of members with both professional and personal insight into opioid-related challenges is intended to lead to more informed decision-making. This reform reflects a growing recognition of the multifaceted nature of public health crises and the importance of inclusive policy-making. With the proposed changes, stakeholders hope to address the ongoing opioid epidemic more strategically, utilizing the specialized knowledge of each appointed member.

Summary

House Bill 4522 amends the Texas Government Code to redefine the membership composition of the Texas Opioid Abatement Fund Council. The bill introduces specific criteria for members, ensuring representation from various sectors related to healthcare and substance use intervention. It proposes that the council will consist of 14 members, including representatives from academia, the medical profession, law enforcement, and individuals with lived experience in substance use recovery, thereby fostering a diverse set of perspectives on opioid interventions.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding the bill could arise from the selection process for council members, particularly concerning who is appointed and the criteria for their selection. Some advocates may argue that the current structure lacks sufficient representation from certain groups or fails to prioritize individuals with direct experiences related to opioid misuse. Additionally, the bill sets a future implementation date of September 1, 2025, which may raise questions about the urgency and timely response needed to address the opioid crisis. As such, discussions may focus on how shifts in council composition will directly translate to actionable outcomes in combating opioid-related harms.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Government Code

  • Chapter 403. Comptroller Of Public Accounts
    • Section: 503

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB3597

Relating to the allocation of money by the Texas opioid abatement fund council.

TX HB4801

Relating to the use of the money in the Opioid Abatement Account.

TX SB629

Relating to the maintenance, administration, and disposal of opioid antagonists on public and private school campuses and to the permissible uses of money appropriated to a state agency from the opioid abatement account.

TX HB4619

Relating to establishment of the Texas Rare Disease Advisory Council.

TX SB1408

Relating to establishment of the Texas Rare Disease Advisory Council.

TX SB1727

Relating to the continuation and functions of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, the functions of the office of independent ombudsman for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, and the powers and duties of the office of inspector general of the Texas Juvenile Justice Department.

TX SB963

Relating to the distribution of the opioid abatement trust account.

TX HB4591

Relating to the membership and meetings of the Texas Energy Reliability Council.

TX HB2411

Relating to the maintenance, administration, and disposal of opioid antagonists on public and private school campuses and to the permissible uses of money appropriated to a state agency from the opioid abatement account.

TX HB13

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing the Texas Homeland Security Division and the Border Security Advisory Council, and to compensate persons affected by those threats.

Similar Bills

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