Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
HB 1656: Relating to emergency detention by a paramedic of certain persons with mental illness for preliminary examination at a mental health facility.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1656 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on December 18, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to emergency detention by a paramedic of certain persons with mental illness for preliminary examination at a mental health facility. Primary sponsor: Donna Howard (Democratic), Mando Martinez (Democratic), Joe Moody (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 28, 2025): Left pending in committee.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donna Howard | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 48 |
| Mando Martinez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 39 |
| Joe Moody | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 78 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Left pending in committee
- Testimony taken/registration(s) recorded in committee
- Committee substitute considered in committee
- Considered in public hearing
- Referred to Public Health
- Read first time
- Filed