Relating to genetic information security for residents of this state; providing a civil penalty; providing a private cause of action.
SB 2429 creates new protections for Texas residents' genetic data by prohibiting medical facilities, research organizations, and companies from sharing genetic information with foreign adversaries. The bill establishes a private right to sue for violations and imposes civil fines on entities that fail to prevent such access. It applies to any organization conducting genetic research or testing within Texas, including facilities receiving state funding. The law defines key terms like "foreign adversary" (per federal regulation) and "genome sequencing" to clarify coverage.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 13, 2025
Last action Apr 24, 2025
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Actions timeline
Total actions
15
Key actions
5
Committee
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Apr 7, 2025
Upper · Passed
Committee report printed and distributed
upper
Apr 7, 2025
Upper · Passed
Reported favorably as substituted
upper
Apr 3, 2025
Upper · Passed
Vote taken in committee
upper
Mar 31, 2025
Upper · Passed
Left pending in committee
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Mar 31, 2025
Upper · Passed
Testimony taken in committee
upper
Mar 25, 2025
Committee
Referred to State Affairs
upper
Mar 25, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Bryan Hughes
RRepublican
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