Texas SB835 makes nondisclosure agreements unenforceable if they prevent reporting or discussing child sexual abuse.

The Texas SB835 bill amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to declare certain nondisclosure or confidentiality provisions void and unenforceable. Specifically, any agreement that prohibits a party from notifying law enforcement or disclosing facts about child sexual abuse is against public policy. This includes agreements entered into before, on, or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. The bill aims to ensure that victims of child sexual abuse can report and discuss their experiences without legal repercussions from nondisclosure agreements.

Texas SB835 makes nondisclosure agreements unenforceable if they prevent reporting or discussing child sexual abuse.

The Texas SB835 bill amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to declare certain nondisclosure or confidentiality provisions void and unenforceable. Specifically, any agreement that prohibits a party from notifying law enforcement or disclosing facts about child sexual abuse is against public policy. This includes agreements entered into before, on, or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. The bill aims to ensure that victims of child sexual abuse can report and discuss their experiences without legal repercussions from nondisclosure agreements.