HB 3705

AN ACT relating to prohibiting vaccination mandates for members of the

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89th Regular Session

Jan 14, 2025 - Jun 2, 2025 • Session ended

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What This Bill Does

Prohibits any Texas governmental entity or official from mandating COVID-19 vaccines or requiring military members to receive or administer vaccines. The legislation applies to all government agencies, including orders from the governor or state agencies, and would prevent vaccine requirements for military personnel across the state. The bill becomes effective on September 1, 2025, and supersedes any conflicting laws or rules.

Subject Areas

Health--Other Diseases & Medical Conditions NATIONAL GUARD, TEXAS IMMUNIZATIONS Military & Veterans

Bill Text

relating to prohibiting vaccination mandates for members of the
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS:
SECTION 1.  Subchapter B, Chapter 437, Government Code, is
amended by adding Section 437.064 to read as follows:
Sec. 437.064.  PROHIBITED VACCINATION MANDATES.  (a)  A
governmental entity or official, including the governor, the
adjutant general, or a state agency, may not require a member of the
(2)  participate in the administration of a vaccine.
(b)  This section applies to all other law, including an
agency rule, executive order, or emergency order.
(c)  This section prevails to the extent of a conflict
between this section and any other law.
SECTION 2.  This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Bill History

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