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Texas AG Accuses Hospital of Vaccine Mandate Violations

10/14/2025

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a letter to Houston Methodist Hospital alleging the hospital may deny organ transplants to patients who refuse the COVID-19 vaccine.
He demanded clarification within 14 days.
Paxton criticized vaccine mandates as violations of state law and medical ethics.
Houston Methodist denied the allegations, stating it does not require vaccination for transplant patients and that it complies with all state laws, emphasizing patient safety.

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a letter to Houston Methodist Hospital alleging the hospital may deny organ transplants to patients who refuse the COVID-19 vaccine.
He demanded clarification within 14 days.
Paxton criticized vaccine mandates as violations of state law and medical ethics.
Houston Methodist denied the allegations, stating it does not require vaccination for transplant patients and that it complies with all state laws, emphasizing patient safety.