Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB1593 establishes a state-level advisory committee to standardize suicide prevention and peer support protocols within Texas fire departments, effective immediately. While this legislation imposes no immediate mandates on individual departments, it initiates the regulatory process to define future licensing requirements and confidentiality privileges for peer support programs, likely resulting in statutory mandates in 2027.
Rep. Elizabeth Campos·House Bill·Regular Session
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Standard regulatory changes (effective 2025-05-28). Review during normal business planning.
Affected business types:
lowMinimal cost impact anticipated.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
The committee is charged with resolving two critical legal ambiguities. General Counsels must monitor the committee's minutes for direction on:
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This bill's path through the Texas Legislature
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Common questions about HB1593
HB1593 establishes a state-level advisory committee to standardize suicide prevention and peer support protocols within Texas fire departments, effective immediately. While this legislation imposes no immediate mandates on individual departments, it initiates the regulatory process to define future licensing requirements and confidentiality privileges for peer support programs, likely resulting in statutory mandates in 2027.
HB1593 was authored by Texas Representative Elizabeth Campos during the Regular Session.
HB1593 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on May 28, 2025.
HB1593 is enforced by Texas Commission on Fire Protection.
The regulatory priority for HB1593 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB1593 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB1593 addresses topics including fire fighters & police, fire fighters & police--general, mental health & substance abuse, occupational regulation and occupational regulation--other trades & professions.
Key dates for HB1593: Effective date is 2025-05-28. Rulemaking: Establish the advisory committee and adopt necessary administrative rules to support its function. (N/A). Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB1593 primarily affects healthcare providers and medical facilities. These businesses should review the legislation with their legal and compliance teams to understand potential impacts.
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