Radiologist assistants.

Legislative status

1. Introduced
2. In Committee
3. Reported by Committee
4. Floor Vote Scheduled
5. Passed One Chamber
6. Passed Both Chambers
7. Sent to Executive
8. Signed into Law

Summary

The bill adds a new section to the Health and Safety Code that defines who may call themselves a radiologist assistant and what they may do. It limits assistants to working under a supervising radiologist, prohibits independent practice, diagnosis, and prescribing, and uses existing certification and enforcement systems. The measure aims to protect patients while clarifying the role of these advanced‑level radiographers.

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Vote

From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 19. Noes 0.) (April 7). Re-referred to Com. on APPR. · Apr 7, 2026

Hearings

• Appropriations Committee Hearing
  Appropriations · May 14, 2026
• Appropriations Committee Hearing
  Appropriations · Apr 22, 2026
• Appropriations
  Appropriations · Apr 22, 2026
• Business and Professions Committee Hearing
  Business and Professions · Apr 7, 2026
• Business And Professions
  Business And Professions · Apr 7, 2026

History

1. May 14, 2026In committee: Held under submission.
2. Apr 22, 2026In committee: Set, first hearing. Referred to APPR. suspense file.
3. Apr 7, 2026From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 19. Noes 0.) (April 7). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
4. Mar 9, 2026Referred to Com. on B. & P.
5. Feb 20, 2026From printer. May be heard in committee March 22.
6. Feb 19, 2026Read first time. To print.

Sponsors

• Chen · sponsor

Bill text

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