Medical Records

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Texas laws on medical records passed in 2025?

The Texas 89th Legislature enacted 3 laws related to medical records. These bills were authored by 2 different legislators and address various aspects of medical records policy in Texas.

Did medical records bills originate in the Texas House or Senate?

Medical Records legislation from the 89th Legislature includes 2 House bills and 1 Senate bills. Both chambers contributed significant legislation on this topic.

Which Texas legislators authored the most medical records bills?

The leading authors of medical records legislation include Rep. Lacey Hull (R) with 2 bills, Sen. Lois Kolkhorst (R) with 1 bills. These lawmakers have demonstrated particular focus on medical records issues during the 89th Legislature.

How urgent are the compliance requirements for medical records legislation?

Among the 3 medical records bills enacted, 2 have critical compliance urgency and 1 have moderate urgency. Businesses should prioritize reviewing high-urgency bills for immediate compliance planning.

What subjects are related to medical records in Texas law?

Medical Records legislation frequently overlaps with Health Care Providers, Health--general, Electronic Information Systems. Bills often address multiple related policy areas, so reviewing these connected subjects may provide additional context.

Is there bipartisan support for medical records legislation in Texas?

Yes, 2 of the 3 medical records bills (67%) have bipartisan sponsorship, with both Republican and Democrat sponsors. This indicates areas of cross-party agreement on medical records policy.

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

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