Texas SB2680 amends public information law to protect personal data of license applicants and holders.

Texas SB2680 amends the Texas Government Code to enhance privacy protections for personal data held by licensing authorities. Specifically, it classifies personal information such as home addresses, social security numbers, and payment details of license applicants, holders, and former holders as confidential and exempt from public disclosure. The bill also allows the attorney general to designate non-business days for governmental bodies unable to respond to information requests due to disasters or other events. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2680 amends public information law to protect personal data of license applicants and holders.

Texas SB2680 amends the Texas Government Code to enhance privacy protections for personal data held by licensing authorities. Specifically, it classifies personal information such as home addresses, social security numbers, and payment details of license applicants, holders, and former holders as confidential and exempt from public disclosure. The bill also allows the attorney general to designate non-business days for governmental bodies unable to respond to information requests due to disasters or other events. The changes take effect September 1, 2025.