The bill, H.B. No. 5093, amends Section 552.11765 of the Government Code to modify the confidentiality provisions regarding certain contact information of notaries public maintained by the Secretary of State. Specifically, it adds a new subsection (c-1) that allows the Secretary of State to disclose the home address, home telephone number, and electronic mail address of notaries public appointed under Subchapter A, Chapter 406. This change is significant as it provides transparency regarding the contact information of notaries, which was previously protected under the confidentiality provisions outlined in subsection (b).

Additionally, the bill retains the existing confidentiality protections for other personal information related to license applicants and holders, ensuring that sensitive data such as social security numbers and emergency contact information remain protected. The bill will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote from both houses of the legislature; otherwise, it will become effective on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 552.11765 (Government Code 552)
House Committee Report: Government Code 552.11765 (Government Code 552)
Engrossed: Government Code 552.11765 (Government Code 552)