HB 3029 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to the administration of nonprescription medications to certain public and private school students.

HB 3029 allows public and private schools in Texas to administer nonprescription medications (like pain relievers or antihistamines) to students without requiring additional authorization from a healthcare provider. Schools must have a written request from a parent or guardian, use the medication in its original labeled container (unexpired), and follow the dosage instructions on the label. This policy applies to school employees, including nurses, and provides them legal protection from liability claims related to administering such medications. The bill directly affects schools, parents/guardians, and students who need over-the-counter medications during school hours.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 20, 2025 Last action Apr 30, 2025
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Committee
4
Apr 30, 2025
Lower · Passed
Reported favorably as substituted
lower
Apr 22, 2025
Lower · Passed
Left pending in committee
lower
Apr 22, 2025
Lower · Passed
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lower
Mar 20, 2025
Committee
Referred to Public Education
lower
Mar 20, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
lower
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