H.B. No. 3062 introduces a new requirement for public institutions of higher education in Texas to provide research-based instruction on fentanyl prevention and drug poisoning awareness to incoming undergraduate students during their first semester. The bill defines "institution of higher education" and "private or independent institution of higher education" as per existing law. The mandated instruction must cover several key areas, including suicide prevention, prevention of fentanyl abuse and addiction, awareness of local resources, and health education related to substance use and abuse.

The bill specifies that the instruction can be delivered online and by various entities, including educational institutions, libraries, community service organizations, religious organizations, local public health agencies, and mental health professionals. The provisions of this act will apply to undergraduate students who enroll in public institutions of higher education starting in the fall semester of 2026. The act will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote in both houses; otherwise, it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

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