Senate Bill No. 1569 amends the Government Code to enhance the privacy protections for certain individuals associated with institutions of higher education in Texas. Specifically, the bill adds members of the governing boards of higher education institutions, as well as the chancellors and chief executive officers of university systems and institutions, to the list of individuals whose personal information—such as home addresses, phone numbers, and emergency contact details—are exempt from public disclosure under Section 552.117. The bill also includes provisions that ensure the confidentiality of this information for these newly added individuals, thereby aligning their privacy protections with those already afforded to various law enforcement and public safety personnel.

Additionally, the bill modifies Section 552.1175 to include similar privacy protections for the same group of higher education officials. The changes ensure that their personal information is safeguarded from public access, thereby promoting their safety and privacy. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and applies only to requests for information received by governmental bodies after this date. Overall, this legislation aims to bolster the security and confidentiality of key figures in Texas higher education institutions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 552.117, Government Code 61.003 (Government Code 552, Government Code 61)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 552.117, Government Code 61.003 (Government Code 552, Government Code 61)
Engrossed: Government Code 552.117, Government Code 61.003 (Government Code 552, Government Code 61)
House Committee Report: Government Code 552.117, Government Code 61.003 (Government Code 552, Government Code 61)