House Bill No. 3362 amends the Code of Criminal Procedure regarding grand jury proceedings, specifically focusing on the recording of these proceedings and the rights of accused or suspected individuals. The bill changes the heading of Article 20A.201 to "Recording of Grand Jury Proceedings; Retention of Records" and stipulates that all statements made by the grand jury or the attorney representing the state must be recorded, while the deliberations of the grand jury are explicitly prohibited from being recorded. Additionally, the validity of a grand jury proceeding will not be affected by an unintentional failure to record as required.

Furthermore, the bill introduces provisions for the discovery process, allowing accused or suspected individuals to inspect and duplicate certain documents and evidence related to the grand jury investigation. It emphasizes that the state must provide access to specific materials while maintaining confidentiality regarding certain sensitive information, such as the identities of victims or witnesses. Notably, the bill establishes that unauthorized disclosure of information received under this article may result in contempt of court, aligning the punishment with violations of existing laws. The changes will apply only to grand jury proceedings that begin on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025.