Texas Comptroller Don Huffines abolishes tax on medical records and healthcare technology systems

Texas Comptroller Don Huffines signed an executive order today, October 6, 2026, to eliminate the sales tax on medical records and the systems used by doctors to access them. This change, part of his 'Taxpayer First Project,' will affect electronic health record (EHR) systems, electronic medical record (EMR) systems, patient portals, and other healthcare technology systems, aiming to reduce healthcare costs for Texans.