The proposed bill, H.B. No. 5081, aims to enhance the protection of personal identifying information for certain individuals within the judicial system, specifically targeting "at-risk individuals" such as judges, court clerks, and employees of the judicial branch. The bill introduces Chapter 92 to the Government Code, which includes definitions of key terms, such as "covered information," which encompasses various personal data types, including home addresses, phone numbers, and social security numbers. It establishes prohibitions against data brokers and other entities from selling or publicly posting this information without consent, particularly when a written request to refrain from such actions has been submitted by the at-risk individual or their representative.

Additionally, the bill outlines the required conduct for individuals and data brokers upon receiving such requests, including the obligation to remove the specified information from publicly accessible websites within 72 hours. It also introduces civil remedies for violations, allowing affected individuals to seek injunctive relief and potential damages. Furthermore, the bill creates a criminal offense for intentionally posting covered information without consent, with penalties ranging from a Class B misdemeanor to a Class A misdemeanor if bodily injury results from the violation. The provisions of this bill are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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