House Bill 3979 marked a historic milestone for the licensure of Naturopathic Doctors (NDs) in Texas. Filed during the 2025 session and assigned to the House Public Health Committee, HB 3979 received unprecedented legislative support, including one primary author, four joint authors, and two coauthors. While the bill didn’t receive the hearing it deserved this session due to a crowded legislative agenda, significant progress was made educating legislators and stakeholders, forming alliances, and galvanizing our grassroots support!

This was TXAND’s most impactful session to date. Our legislative committee made hundreds of Capitol contacts, educated lawmakers and staff, and expanded awareness of the rigorous training and essential role of NDs in modern healthcare. Our grassroots supporters sent thousands of powerful letters and emails to their legislators and members of the public health committee sharing their personal reasons for supporting HB 3979.

Though we didn’t cross the finish line this session, we laid a powerful foundation for 2027. We’re entering the interim with stronger relationships, broader awareness, and renewed energy!