S.B. No. 835, also known as Trey's Law, introduces new provisions regarding the enforceability of nondisclosure or confidentiality agreements related to acts of sexual abuse. The bill adds Chapter 129C to the Civil Practice and Remedies Code, defining "act of sexual abuse" and establishing that any nondisclosure or confidentiality provision in agreements—such as employment or settlement agreements—that prohibits disclosure of such acts is void and unenforceable. However, the law allows for confidentiality regarding other aspects of settlement agreements, such as payment terms.

The bill applies to agreements made before, on, or after its effective date of September 1, 2025. It stipulates that any attempt to enforce a nondisclosure provision related to sexual abuse that was entered into prior to this date requires a declaratory judgment confirming its enforceability. This legislative change aims to enhance transparency and protect victims of sexual abuse by ensuring they can disclose their experiences without fear of legal repercussions from confidentiality agreements.

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