Texas § HS.161.00708 - ACCESS TO FIRST RESPONDER IMMUNIZATION HISTORY
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § HS.161.00708 — ACCESS TO FIRST RESPONDER IMMUNIZATION HISTORY, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ HS.161.00708. ACCESS TO FIRST RESPONDER IMMUNIZATION HISTORY
ACCESS TO FIRST RESPONDER IMMUNIZATION HISTORY. (a) The department shall establish a process to provide an employer of a first responder with direct access to the first responder's immunization information in the immunization registry for verification of the first responder's immunization history. The process must require a first responder to provide electronic or written consent before the employer is granted direct access to the first responder's immunization information in the immunization registry. A first responder may withdraw consent at any time. (b) The department may establish a process to provide a first responder with access to the first responder's immunization information in the immunization registry. Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 259 (H.B. 1256 ), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2019.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § HS.161.00708
What does The Texas Constitution § HS.161.00708 cover?
Section HS.161.00708 ("ACCESS TO FIRST RESPONDER IMMUNIZATION HISTORY") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Texas § HS.161.00708?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § HS.161.00708" (Texas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § HS.161.00708 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.