H.B. No. 3512 establishes new requirements for artificial intelligence training programs for employees and officials of state agencies and local governments in Texas. The bill amends existing laws to include the requirement for annual completion of both cybersecurity and artificial intelligence training for specific employees, particularly those who use computers for a significant portion of their duties. The amendments specify that the district's cybersecurity coordinator is responsible for ensuring compliance with these training requirements, while other employees will complete the training as determined by the district in consultation with the coordinator. Additionally, local governments must certify their compliance with these training requirements when applying for grants.

The bill also introduces a new section that mandates the Department of Information Resources to certify at least five artificial intelligence training programs annually, ensuring they meet specific standards and are equal in length to existing cybersecurity training programs. The department is tasked with publishing a list of certified programs and may contract with third parties for certification. The legislation aims to enhance the preparedness of state and local government employees in handling artificial intelligence technologies alongside cybersecurity measures, with the new requirements 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 2056, Government Code 772, Government Code 2054)
House Committee Report: Government Code 772.012, Government Code 2054.5191, Government Code 2056.002 (Government Code 2056, Government Code 772, Government Code 2054)
Engrossed: Government Code 772.012, Government Code 2054.5191, Government Code 2056.002 (Government Code 2056, Government Code 772, Government Code 2054)
Senate Committee Report: Government Code 772.012, Government Code 2054.5191, Government Code 2056.002 (Government Code 2056, Government Code 772, Government Code 2054)
Enrolled: Government Code 772.012, Government Code 2054.5191, Government Code 2056.002 (Government Code 2056, Government Code 772, Government Code 2054)