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HB 5022 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the prohibition of immunization with a product containing mRNA material.

HB 5022 would prohibit healthcare providers and public health programs from administering any immunization product containing mRNA material (such as current mRNA-based vaccines for viral diseases like COVID-19) for the purpose of vaccination. It explicitly excludes mRNA treatments used for cancer or genetic disorders from this restriction. The law would take effect on September 1, 2025, and expire on September 1, 2035.
Issues: ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareProhibits mRNA vaccine administration for general vaccination in public health programs, restricting access to a key public health tool used for disease prevention.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 3, 2025 Last action Apr 3, 2025
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Apr 3, 2025
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Referred to Public Health
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Apr 3, 2025
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Helen Kerwin
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