Texas SB1299 prohibits public agencies from releasing personal affiliation information of nonprofit organization members, supporters, or donors.

Texas SB1299 amends the Government Code to prohibit public agencies from requiring individuals or nonprofit organizations to provide personal affiliation information or releasing such information. This includes prohibiting public agencies from requesting lists of nonprofit organizations from contractors or grantees. Exceptions include information voluntarily released to the public, information required by law, and certain information obtained by courts or the attorney general. Violators face criminal penalties and civil actions for damages. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB1299 prohibits public agencies from releasing personal affiliation information of nonprofit organization members, supporters, or donors.

Texas SB1299 amends the Government Code to prohibit public agencies from requiring individuals or nonprofit organizations to provide personal affiliation information or releasing such information. This includes prohibiting public agencies from requesting lists of nonprofit organizations from contractors or grantees. Exceptions include information voluntarily released to the public, information required by law, and certain information obtained by courts or the attorney general. Violators face criminal penalties and civil actions for damages. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.