H.B. No. 3406 aims to enhance the medical accuracy of informational materials provided to women seeking abortions in Texas. The bill amends Section 171.014(d) of the Health and Safety Code, mandating that the Department of Health review these materials annually to determine if updates are needed. New provisions require the executive commissioner to adopt rules that include submitting the materials to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists for verification of their medical accuracy and revising the materials based on any recommendations from the College to improve their accuracy.

The bill emphasizes the importance of ensuring that the information provided to women is not only current but also medically sound, thereby potentially impacting the decision-making process for those considering an abortion. The executive commissioner is tasked with implementing these changes as soon as practicable after the bill's effective date, which is set for September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 171.014 (Health and Safety Code 171)