Texas HB3719 amends the public information law to restrict governmental bodies from withholding dates of birth.

Texas HB3719 amends the Government Code to specify that governmental bodies cannot withhold dates of birth except under certain conditions. These include situations permitted by Section 552.102, federal privacy requirements under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, or other constitutional or statutory laws. The changes apply to requests for information received after the effective date of the Act. If the Act receives a two-thirds vote in both houses, it takes effect immediately; otherwise, it takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3719 amends the public information law to restrict governmental bodies from withholding dates of birth.

Texas HB3719 amends the Government Code to specify that governmental bodies cannot withhold dates of birth except under certain conditions. These include situations permitted by Section 552.102, federal privacy requirements under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, or other constitutional or statutory laws. The changes apply to requests for information received after the effective date of the Act. If the Act receives a two-thirds vote in both houses, it takes effect immediately; otherwise, it takes effect on September 1, 2025.