The bill, H.B. No. 5310, proposes significant changes to the regulation of abortion in Texas by amending existing laws and repealing certain provisions. Specifically, it amends Section 171.005 of the Health and Safety Code to remove the commission's exclusive enforcement of Subchapter H through private civil enforcement actions, allowing the commission to enforce the entire chapter. Additionally, the bill repeals several sections and chapters related to abortion, including Section 30.022 of the Civil Practice and Remedies Code, Section 311.036 of the Government Code, Chapter 170A of the Health and Safety Code, Subchapter H of Chapter 171, and Chapter 6-1/2 of Title 71 of the Revised Statutes.

The overall effect of this legislation is to streamline the enforcement of abortion laws by the commission and eliminate various existing legal frameworks that regulate abortion. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, marking a significant shift in the legal landscape surrounding abortion in Texas.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 171.005 (Health and Safety Code 171)