WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

HB 3769

Relating to the provision of contraception to students at public institutions of higher education.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Mihaela Pleșa

HB 3769 mandates Texas public universities provide contraception access to students through health services or provider partnerships to reduce barriers to reproductive healthcare.

Referred to Higher Education
#condoms(s9797) #education--higher--institutions&programs(i0223) #familyplanning&birthcontrol(s0466) #health--general(i0385)
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · HB 3769

Legislative bill overview

HB 3769 would require public colleges and universities in Texas to provide contraception to students, either directly through student health services or by partnering with local healthcare providers. The bill aims to improve student access to reproductive healthcare as part of comprehensive campus health services.

Why is this important

College students often face barriers accessing contraception due to cost, transportation, and time constraints. Expanding on-campus or easily accessible contraceptive services could reduce unintended pregnancies, improve student health outcomes, and potentially decrease student dropout rates related to unplanned parenthood. This also intersects with broader questions about institutional healthcare responsibilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Religious institution exemptions: Debate over whether religiously-affiliated institutions should be exempt from providing contraception services
  • Funding mechanisms: Disagreement about whether institutions or the state should bear costs, and impact on student fees or institutional budgets
  • Scope and implementation: Questions about which contraceptive methods must be covered, whether this extends to emergency contraception, and how to ensure equitable access across campuses of varying sizes
  • Parental notification and age considerations: Concerns about whether minors can access services without parental consent

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

Sign in to ask a question.