S.B. No. 1521 is a legislative bill that seeks to amend various laws related to abortion in Texas, including the repeal of certain existing abortion laws and the introduction of new regulations. Notably, the bill adds a new section to the Civil Practice and Remedies Code that allows individuals to petition for a deposition before filing certain civil actions, provided they have sustained or expect to sustain actual damages. Additionally, it amends the Family Code to change the heading of Section 151.002, removing references to civil penalties and criminal offenses. The bill also introduces provisions that prevent the imposition of penalties on pregnant individuals for obtaining abortions and allows for travel assistance to individuals seeking abortions outside the state.

Furthermore, the bill includes several amendments to the Health and Safety Code, such as clarifying the definition of "final printed label" for abortion-inducing drugs and establishing that local governments cannot enact ordinances that conflict with state regulations on abortion. It repeals multiple sections of existing law that previously regulated abortion, ensuring that the new provisions take precedence. The changes will apply only to abortions performed or induced after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Family Code 151.002, Government Code 311.036, Health and Safety Code 170.002, Health and Safety Code 171.061, Health and Safety Code 171.063, Health and Safety Code 171.206, Health and Safety Code 171.207, Health and Safety Code 171.208 (Health and Safety Code 171, Family Code 151, Health and Safety Code 170, Government Code 311)