Ask Texas Lawmakers to Support Coverage for Obesity Care

Background: For years advocates have worked to improve access to care for Texans living with obesity. Sponsors in both the House and Senate have introduced legislation that would provide comprehensive obesity treatments, including intensive behavioral and lifestyle therapy, metabolic and bariatric surgery, and FDA-approved obesity medications.

On May 1, 2025, Texas House Public Health Committee passed HB 2677 with bipartisan support. Now the bill will go to the House Calendars Committee to decide if it is scheduled for a vote by the full House of Representatives.

We need your help to make your elected officials aware of this important legislation and to build support and momentum to get the bill a vote by the May 13th deadline!

Read more about the issue: Addressing obesity requires bold leadership and long-term thinking

Take Action Now: Use OAC’s advocacy tool below to urge Texas lawmakers to support Texas HB 2677 to provide treatment for obesity the same as other chronic diseases.

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