Malpractice

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on malpractice passed in 2025?

The Texas 89th Legislature enacted 2 laws related to malpractice. These bills were authored by 2 different legislators and address various aspects of malpractice policy in Texas.

Did malpractice bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

Malpractice legislation from the 89th Legislature includes 2 Senate bills. Both chambers contributed significant legislation on this topic.

Which Texas legislators authored the most malpractice bills?

The leading authors of malpractice legislation include Sen. Bryan Hughes (R) with 1 bills, Sen. Charles Schwertner (R) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on malpractice issues during the 89th Legislature.

How urgent are the compliance requirements for malpractice legislation?

Among the 2 malpractice bills enacted, 1 have critical compliance urgency and 0 have moderate urgency. Businesses should prioritize reviewing high-urgency bills for immediate compliance planning.

What subjects are related to malpractice in Texas law?

Malpractice legislation frequently overlaps with Civil Remedies & Liabilities, Malpractice--professionals, Physicians. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for malpractice legislation in Texas?

Yes, 2 of the 2 malpractice bills (100%) have bipartisan sponsorship, with both Republican and Democrat sponsors. This indicates areas of cross-party agreement on malpractice policy.

When do Texas malpractice laws from the 89th Legislature take effect?

Most Texas legislation takes effect September 1, 2025, unless otherwise specified. Some malpractice bills may have immediate effective dates or delayed implementation schedules. Review individual bills for specific effective dates and compliance deadlines.