Relating to a study by the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center on health, nutrition, physical activity, and chronic health issues in this state.
HB 4210 authorizes the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center to conduct a study on health, nutrition, physical activity, and chronic health issues in Texas. The study will analyze 50 years of existing data to examine historical trends in food and drink consumption (including sweetened beverages and processed foods), substance use (like caffeine, alcohol, and opioids), and physical activity levels. This research aims to provide insights into long-term patterns affecting public health, using existing historical records rather than creating new laws or programs.
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Introduction
Mar 2025
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Governor
Introduced Mar 31, 2025
Last action Mar 31, 2025
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Mar 31, 2025
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Referred to Public Health
lower
Mar 31, 2025
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Read first time
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1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Joanne Shofner
RRepublican
Co
Caroline Harris Davila
RRepublican
Co
Helen Kerwin
RRepublican
Co
Janis Holt
RRepublican
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