Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 997: Relating to the provision of telehealth and telemedicine medical services by certain health professionals located outside of this state; requiring registration to engage in an occupation; authorizing fees.

In committee Last action May 1, 2025: Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.

Plain-language summary

HB 997 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the provision of telehealth and telemedicine medical services by certain health professionals located outside of this state; requiring registration to engage in an occupation; authorizing fees. Primary sponsor: Matt Shaheen (Republican), Caroline Dunmoyer (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 1, 2025): Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Matt Shaheen (Republican); Caroline Dunmoyer (Republican).