HB 539 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to orders of nondisclosure for certain victims of trafficking of persons or compelling prostitution.

HB 539 would create a process for victims of human trafficking or forced prostitution to request court orders preventing the disclosure of their personal information in legal cases. This would help protect victims' privacy and reduce risks of retaliation or further harm during investigations or trials. The bill was filed on November 12, 2024, and referred to the Criminal Jurisprudence committee on March 3, 2025.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 3, 2025 Last action Mar 3, 2025
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Mar 3, 2025
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Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
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Mar 3, 2025
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Senfronia Thompson
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