Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB2733 immediately classifies the solicitation of professional employment via social media Direct Messages (DMs) and electronic communications as a Third-Degree Felony. This legislation closes the "digital loophole" in Texas barratry laws, mandating a zero-tolerance policy for outbound digital outreach to prospective clients—specifically targeting attorneys, chiropractors, physicians, and private investigators.
Rep. Terry Canales·House Bill·Regular Session
State Bar of Texas • Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners • Texas Department of Public Safety (Private Security Board) • Texas District and County Attorneys (Criminal Prosecution) • Texas Medical Board
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Significant regulatory changes (effective 2025-06-20). Review with your legal and compliance teams to understand implications.
Affected business types:
lowMinimal cost impact anticipated.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
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Common questions about HB2733
HB2733 immediately classifies the solicitation of professional employment via social media Direct Messages (DMs) and electronic communications as a Third-Degree Felony. This legislation closes the "digital loophole" in Texas barratry laws, mandating a zero-tolerance policy for outbound digital outreach to prospective clients—specifically targeting attorneys, chiropractors, physicians, and private investigators.
HB2733 was authored by Texas Representative Terry Canales during the Regular Session.
HB2733 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB2733 is enforced by State Bar of Texas, Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Texas Department of Public Safety (Private Security Board), Texas District and County Attorneys (Criminal Prosecution) and Texas Medical Board.
The regulatory priority for HB2733 is rated as "critical". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB2733 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB2733 addresses topics including civil remedies & liabilities, criminal procedure, criminal procedure--general, lawyers and email & electronic communications.
Key dates for HB2733: Effective date is 2025-06-20. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB2733 establishes the following penalties: criminal penalty of Third-Degree Felony (2-10 years imprisonment; up to $10,000 fine) for Soliciting professional employment via direct message (DM) on social media or other electronic communication with intent to obtain economic benefit.; criminal penalty of Third-Degree Felony (2-10 years imprisonment; up to $10,000 fine) for Sending electronic solicitations/DMs to accident victims or their relatives within 31 days of the incident (applies to attorneys, chiropractors, physicians, surgeons, and private investigators).. Consult with legal counsel for specific applicability to your situation.
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