Texas SB1293 amends the public information law to restrict governmental bodies from withholding dates of birth.

Texas SB1293 amends the public information law by adding a new section that limits the circumstances under which governmental bodies can withhold dates of birth. This restriction applies to requests received after the bill's effective date, which is September 1, 2025, unless the bill receives a two-thirds vote in both houses for immediate effect. The bill specifies that dates of birth can only be withheld if permitted by existing exemptions, federal privacy requirements under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, or other constitutional or statutory provisions.

Texas SB1293 amends the public information law to restrict governmental bodies from withholding dates of birth.

Texas SB1293 amends the public information law by adding a new section that limits the circumstances under which governmental bodies can withhold dates of birth. This restriction applies to requests received after the bill's effective date, which is September 1, 2025, unless the bill receives a two-thirds vote in both houses for immediate effect. The bill specifies that dates of birth can only be withheld if permitted by existing exemptions, federal privacy requirements under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, or other constitutional or statutory provisions.