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TX HB3425

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Giovanni Capriglione

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the offense of unlawfully disclosing a public servant's residence address or telephone number to include disclosure through any "electronic communication," not just posting on publicly accessible websites

  • Creates a parallel offense for disclosing any individual's residence address or telephone number through electronic communication with intent to cause harm, classified as a Class B misdemeanor (upgraded to Class A if bodily injury results)

  • Adds a definition for "electronic communication" referencing Section 42.07 of the Penal Code, and defines "honorably retired peace officer" for purposes of protected status

  • Maintains the prima facie evidence standard for intent to harm when an actor fails to remove information from a website within 48 hours of receiving a written safety demand, or reposts within four years

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies only to offenses committed on or after that date

Legislative Description

Relating to the prosecution of certain criminal offenses involving the unlawful disclosure of a residence address or telephone number.

Crimes

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice5/16/2025
Criminal Jurisprudence3/21/2025

Full Bill Text

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