The bill amends Section 86.013(a) of the Health and Safety Code to enhance the information provided in mammography reports regarding breast density. It mandates that certified mammography facilities comply with federal and state reporting requirements related to breast density. Upon completion of a mammogram, these facilities must provide patients with specific statements based on their breast density classification. For patients with non-dense breast tissue, the report will include a statement explaining that dense tissue can obscure cancer detection and raises cancer risk, while for those with dense breast tissue, the report will indicate the potential need for additional imaging tests and encourage discussions with healthcare providers about breast density and cancer risks.

Additionally, the bill removes previous language that suggested dense breast tissue could hide abnormalities and that patients might benefit from supplemental screening tests based on other identified risk factors. The revised language aims to clarify the implications of breast density without causing undue concern, promoting informed discussions between patients and their physicians. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 86.013 (Health and Safety Code 86)