Sec. 241.010. DISPOSITION OF FETAL REMAINS. (a) A hospital shall release the remains of an unintended, intrauterine fetal death on the request of a parent of the unborn child, in a manner appropriate under law and the hospital's policy for disposition of a human body.
(b) Notwithstanding Subsection (a), if the remains of an unintended, intrauterine fetal death weigh less than 350 grams, a hospital shall release the remains on the request of a parent of the unborn child, in a manner that is appropriate under law and consistent with hospital policy.
Added by Acts 2015, 84th Leg., R.S., Ch. 342 (H.B. 635), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2015.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle B - Licensing of Health Facilities
Subchapter A. General Provisions
Section 241.005. Employment of Personnel
Section 241.006. Coordination of Signage Requirements Imposed by State Agencies
Section 241.007. Compliance With Certain Requirements Regarding Sonogram Before Abortion
Section 241.008. Induced Deliveries or Cesarean Sections Before 39th Week
Section 241.009. Photo Identification Badge Required
Section 241.010. Disposition of Fetal Remains
Section 241.011. Human Trafficking Signs Required
Section 241.012. In-Person Hospital Visitation During Period of Disaster