The bill, H.B. No. 5022, proposes to amend the Health and Safety Code of Texas by adding a new section, 161.0053, which prohibits the administration of immunizations using products that contain messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) material. The bill defines "mRNA material" as a substance that introduces mRNA corresponding to a viral protein. It explicitly states that no person may administer such products for immunization purposes, although it makes an exception for mRNA products used in the treatment of cancer or genetic disorders.

Additionally, the new section will expire on September 1, 2035, and the bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025. This legislation reflects a significant stance against the use of mRNA technology in vaccines, aligning with ongoing debates about vaccine safety and efficacy.

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