H.B. No. 3512 introduces new requirements for artificial intelligence (AI) training programs for employees and officials of state agencies and local governments in Texas. The bill amends existing laws to include AI training alongside cybersecurity training, mandating that specific employees, such as cybersecurity coordinators and those using computers for at least 25% of their duties, complete both types of training annually. The bill also establishes a new section, 2054.5193, which outlines the certification process for AI training programs, requiring the Department of Information Resources to certify at least five AI training programs annually and ensure they are comparable in length to existing cybersecurity training programs.

Additionally, the bill modifies various sections of the Government Code and Education Code to reflect these new training requirements, including compliance certifications for grant applications and strategic plans for state agencies. The changes emphasize the importance of both cybersecurity and AI literacy in the public sector, aiming to enhance the capabilities of government employees in handling modern technological challenges. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 772.012, Government Code 2054.5191, Government Code 2056.002 (Government Code 772, Government Code 2054, Government Code 2056)
House Committee Report: Government Code 772.012, Government Code 2054.5191, Government Code 2056.002 (Government Code 772, Government Code 2054, Government Code 2056)
Engrossed: Government Code 772.012, Government Code 2054.5191, Government Code 2056.002 (Government Code 772, Government Code 2054, Government Code 2056)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 772.012, Government Code 2054.5191, Government Code 2056.002 (Government Code 772, Government Code 2054, Government Code 2056)
Enrolled: Government Code 772.012, Government Code 2054.5191, Government Code 2056.002 (Government Code 772, Government Code 2054, Government Code 2056)