The bill, titled "Right to Assistive Reproductive Technology Treatments and Procedures," amends the Health and Safety Code by adding a new Subchapter Z, which establishes the right to access assistive reproductive technology (ART) treatments and procedures, including in vitro fertilization. It defines ART as any healthcare treatment or procedure involving the handling of human oocytes or embryos for fertility purposes. The bill also clarifies that it does not prohibit the enforcement of health and safety laws that advance patient safety, nor does it modify existing coverage of ART procedures under the Insurance Code.

Additionally, the bill prohibits the state or its subdivisions from unreasonably limiting individuals' access to ART treatments, their rights regarding reproductive genetic material, or the ability of healthcare providers to administer these treatments. It allows for civil actions against governmental entities or officials who violate these provisions, enabling affected individuals, the attorney general, or healthcare providers to seek equitable relief. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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