Texas HB949 protects employees' personal health information privacy and imposes penalties for violations.

Texas HB949 amends the Labor Code to establish an employee's right to privacy of personal health information. Employees are not required to disclose their health information to their employer unless mandated by state or federal law. Employers are prohibited from taking adverse actions or discriminating against employees who exercise this right. Employees can file complaints with the Texas Workforce Commission, which enforces the law. Employers found in violation are liable for a civil penalty of $50,000 per violation, with penalties deposited in the general revenue fund.

Texas HB949 protects employees' personal health information privacy and imposes penalties for violations.

Texas HB949 amends the Labor Code to establish an employee's right to privacy of personal health information. Employees are not required to disclose their health information to their employer unless mandated by state or federal law. Employers are prohibited from taking adverse actions or discriminating against employees who exercise this right. Employees can file complaints with the Texas Workforce Commission, which enforces the law. Employers found in violation are liable for a civil penalty of $50,000 per violation, with penalties deposited in the general revenue fund.