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TX SB1223

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bryan Hughes

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits state agencies from collecting biometric information, including fingerprints, from applicants for occupational licenses unless another provision of law specifically authorizes the collection

  • Adds a new Subchapter D titled "Collection of Biometric Information" to Chapter 57 of the Texas Occupations Code

  • Effective date is September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to a prohibition on the collection by a state agency of biometric information from an applicant for an occupational license.

State Agencies, Boards & Commissions

Last Action

Co-author authorized

3/12/2025

Committee Referrals

Business & Commerce2/28/2025

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