Relating to prohibiting certain nondisclosure or non-disparagement agreements by employers; creating a civil cause of action.

HB 5425 prohibits employers from requiring or enforcing nondisclosure or non-disparagement agreements that prevent employees from discussing violations of state or federal law related to wages, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual assault. The bill makes such agreements void and unenforceable, and bans employer retaliation against employees who disclose these violations or refuse to sign prohibited agreements. Employees who face violations can sue for damages (minimum $10,000) plus attorney fees under Section 25.005. This directly affects workers reporting workplace misconduct and requires employers to adjust their standard agreements.