The bill, H.B. No. 3417, aims to enhance the confidentiality of administrative subpoenas related to offenses involving the Internet-based sexual exploitation of minors. It amends Section 422.003 of the Government Code by adding a new Subsection (b-1), which allows a prosecuting attorney or officer of an Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) task force to restrict disclosures by the electronic communication or remote computing service receiving the subpoena. Specifically, the subpoena may prohibit the service from disclosing that it has been issued, identifying any records requested, or revealing whether any records have been provided in response.

Additionally, the bill amends Subsection (c) to require that subpoenas describe the items to be produced, set a reasonable return date, and, if applicable, include the prosecuting attorney's determination regarding the potential impact of disclosures on the investigation. The changes will only apply to subpoenas issued on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025, ensuring that subpoenas issued prior to this date will continue to be governed by the existing law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 422.003 (Government Code 422)