Senate Bill No. 370 amends the Government Code to enhance the confidentiality of personal information for certain individuals associated with law enforcement and legal professions. Specifically, it expands the list of individuals whose home addresses, phone numbers, and other personal details are protected from public disclosure to include current and former employees of the office of the attorney general and public defender's offices, as well as their family members. The bill introduces new definitions for "family member," which now includes minor children, adult children, spouses, and surviving spouses, thereby broadening the scope of protection for these individuals.

Additionally, the bill modifies existing provisions regarding the confidentiality of information submitted by certain public employees, ensuring that such information remains confidential and is not subject to public disclosure. It also clarifies that governmental bodies can redact information that must be withheld without needing to request a decision from the attorney general. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, and apply to requests for information received on or after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 552.117, Government Code 31.006 (Government Code 31, Government Code 552)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 552.117, Government Code 31.006 (Government Code 31, Government Code 552)
Engrossed: Government Code 552.117, Government Code 31.006 (Government Code 31, Government Code 552)