The bill, H.B. No. 3392, aims to prohibit health care discrimination based on an individual's vaccination status by amending the Health and Safety Code. It introduces a new section, 161.01095, which defines a "health care provider" and explicitly states that such providers cannot deny or refuse health care treatment, procedures, or services based on a person's vaccination status. This provision is designed to ensure equitable access to health care regardless of vaccination choices.

Additionally, the bill establishes a civil penalty of $50,000 for health care providers who violate this prohibition. The Texas Attorney General is granted the authority to take legal action to recover these penalties and may also seek attorney's fees and costs associated with the enforcement of this section. The law is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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