House Bill No. 1369 aims to enhance the confidentiality of residential eviction case information in Texas by adding a new section to the Property Code. The bill defines "eviction case" and "eviction case information," and establishes that courts must make this information confidential under specific circumstances, such as when a judgment is in favor of the defendant or when the case is dismissed without relief to the plaintiff. Additionally, it allows defendants to petition for confidentiality after five years have passed since the final judgment, provided certain conditions are met. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of courts and clerks regarding the disclosure of confidential information and establishes penalties for violations.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that the Texas Supreme Court adopt necessary rules to implement these confidentiality measures by January 1, 2026, which is also the effective date of the Act. The legislation aims to protect the privacy of individuals involved in eviction cases, ensuring that their information is not disclosed inappropriately and cannot be used against them in tenant screening processes.

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