House Bill No. 3737 proposes amendments to the Health and Safety Code of Texas, specifically by adding new sections that prohibit certain actions related to COVID-19 vaccines containing mRNA material. The bill defines "COVID-19" as the 2019 novel coronavirus disease and "mRNA material" as a substance that introduces messenger ribonucleic acid corresponding to a viral protein. Under the new Section 161.0086, it is illegal for any person to prescribe, deliver, administer, or use a COVID-19 vaccine that contains mRNA material. Additionally, Section 431.0215 prohibits the advertisement or solicitation of patients for immunization with such vaccines.

The bill aims to restrict the use and promotion of mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines in Texas, reflecting a significant stance on vaccine administration within the state. If enacted, these provisions would take effect on September 1, 2025.

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