TX HB155

Photographs and x-rays taken during autopsies are generally exempt from public disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act, but must be disclosed under subpoena, other legal authority, or if the deceased died while in law enforcement custody

Adds a new provision allowing disclosure of autopsy photographs and x-rays to the next of kin of the deceased person, subject to discretionary exceptions

Governmental bodies may withhold autopsy photographs and x-rays without requesting an attorney general decision on disclosure

Release of autopsy photographs or x-rays to authorized parties does not constitute a public release and does not waive the government's right to assert confidentiality exceptions for future requests

Applies only to information requests received on or after September 1, 2025