Relating to a Mass Violence Care Fund to assist victims of mass violence with unreimbursed medical expenses.
HB 5644 would establish a Mass Violence Care Fund to provide financial assistance for unreimbursed medical expenses incurred by victims of mass violence incidents, such as shootings or bombings. The fund would directly support individuals facing out-of-pocket medical costs not covered by insurance or other sources after such traumatic events. Key provisions include creating the fund and outlining a process for victims to apply for reimbursement of eligible medical expenses. The bill was filed on March 14, 2025, and referred to the Criminal Jurisprudence committee for review.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Apr 7, 2025
Last action Apr 7, 2025
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Apr 7, 2025
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Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
lower
Apr 7, 2025
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5 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Christian Manuel
DDemocratic
P
Claudia Ordaz
DDemocratic
P
Don McLaughlin
RRepublican
P
Josey Garcia
DDemocratic
P
Mihaela Pleșa
DDemocratic
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