Relating to abnormal skin growth education for certain occupational license holders and to the liability of those license holders and their employers for certain medical referrals.
HB 2676 requires certain licensed professionals (like cosmetologists and estheticians) to complete approved coursework on identifying abnormal skin growths, including melanoma, to obtain or renew their licenses. The bill mandates that license holders provide proof of this training when applying for or renewing their licenses. It also protects these professionals and their employers from civil or criminal liability when referring patients to medical professionals for skin concerns, acting in good faith. The law applies specifically to occupations under Texas Occupations Code Chapters 201 and 455.
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in committee
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Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 18, 2025
Last action Mar 18, 2025
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Mar 18, 2025
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Referred to Public Health
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Mar 18, 2025
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Vikki Goodwin
DDemocratic
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