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TX HB4562

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/12/2025

Primary Sponsor

Pat Curry

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the disclosure, release, sharing, or sale of an individual's phone number to third parties without first obtaining the individual's clear, affirmative consent

  • Applies to persons who do business in Texas, derive revenue from selling personal data including phone numbers, and do not collect the data directly from the individual

  • Requires the attorney general to provide 30 days written notice before bringing enforcement action, during which the violator may cure the violation and avoid penalties

  • Classifies violations occurring after the cure period as deceptive trade practices, allowing the attorney general to seek injunctions and recover attorney's fees

  • Establishes the attorney general as the exclusive enforcement authority with no private right of action for individuals

Legislative Description

Relating to a prohibition on the transfer of certain personal data without consent.

Business & Commerce

Last Action

Referred to Trade, Workforce & Economic Development

4/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Trade, Workforce & Economic Development4/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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