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TX HB5495
Bill
Status
3/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Salman Bhojani
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AI Summary
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Requires data controllers collecting personal information online to treat a consumer's use of a global privacy control (browser plug-in, privacy setting, or device setting) as a valid opt-out request to not sell, share, or disclose their personal data
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Mandates that internet browser operators in Texas enable their browsers to automatically recognize and comply with consumers' global privacy control choices
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Establishes civil penalties of up to $5,000 per violation for failing to honor global privacy controls after a cure period
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Allows courts to impose penalties greater than $5,000 for repeat violations, with the amount set at a level sufficient to deter future violations
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to authorizing the use of global privacy controls to protect a consumer's personal data; providing a civil penalty.
Business & Commerce
Last Action
Referred to Trade, Workforce & Economic Development
4/7/2025