Relating to the security of certain personal identifying information submitted to or retained by a state agency.

HB 5129, the Right to Privacy Act, requires Texas state agencies to obtain written consent before sharing certain personal information submitted when applying for an occupational license (like professional certifications or business permits). The law specifically protects details such as home addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, driver's license numbers, and emergency contact information. Agencies may share this data without consent only if required by federal law, state law, or for law enforcement purposes. This affects individuals applying for occupational licenses and all state agencies handling such applications, effective immediately as the bill was signed by the governor on June 20, 2025.