The Legislature doesn’t meet until January, but Prism Health is already planning for another brutal session. Long acting injectables were addressed by a panelist from ViiV, a maker of HIV drugs. In addition to funding, state Rep. Venton Jones was recognized for legislation that passed the House but didn’t come to the floor of the Senate. Had it become law, anyone testing for sexually transmitted diseases in Texas would have an HIV test included unless they opt out. Currently, you have to ask for an HIV test in addition to STI testing.