The bill amends the Penal Code to increase the criminal penalty for offenses related to the purchase or sale of human organs, changing the classification from a Class A misdemeanor to a state jail felony. Additionally, it introduces a new provision in the Occupations Code that mandates the revocation of a physician's license if they knowingly use a human organ obtained in violation of the updated Penal Code section.

The changes will only apply to offenses and conduct occurring on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. Offenses committed prior to this date will be governed by the laws in effect at that time, ensuring that the previous legal framework remains applicable for those cases.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Penal Code 48.02 (Penal Code 48)