SB 2919 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to power duration requirements in emergency contingency plans adopted by end stage renal disease facilities.

This bill requires end-stage renal disease (ESRD) facilities in Texas to update their emergency contingency plans with stricter power and water backup standards. Specifically, facilities must maintain on-site fuel for 72 hours (up from 24 hours) or use battery-powered generators, install generators meeting National Fire Protection Association standards, and keep 24 hours of potable water on-site. Facilities unable to store fuel on-site must secure third-party fuel agreements during outages. These changes take effect by December 1, 2025, applying directly to dialysis centers to ensure continuous patient care during emergencies.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 14, 2025 Last action May 22, 2025
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May 12, 2025
Upper · Passed
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May 12, 2025
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Reported favorably as substituted
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May 8, 2025
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Apr 30, 2025
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Left pending in committee
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Apr 7, 2025
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Referred to Health & Human Services
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Apr 7, 2025
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