State lawmakers passed more than 1,000 bills during the 2023 regular legislative session, many of which impact hospitals and health systems. THA’s 2023 New Health Care Laws explains the implications and impacts of those laws so hospitals can stay up-to-date and comply with the new major health care laws from the 88th Texas Legislature. An addendum to the publication contains information on two additional laws passed during the Legislature’s special sessions in 2023.