Relating to immunity from criminal liability for certain health care practitioners.

HB 2190 would create legal immunity from criminal liability for Texas health care practitioners (such as physicians, nurses, and hospital staff) when providing health care services, as long as harm wasn't caused by criminal negligence, recklessness, or intentional acts. The bill applies to services delivered in licensed facilities like hospitals, nursing homes, and ambulatory surgical centers, or by licensed professionals within their scope of practice. It explicitly states this immunity doesn't override existing legal protections under other laws. The bill would take effect on September 1, 2025, unless passed with a two-thirds vote for immediate implementation.