Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB3425 immediately expands criminal liability for "doxing" beyond public websites to include any electronic communication (email, text, internal messaging) containing residence addresses or phone numbers with intent to harm. This creates significant operational risk for all businesses handling PII, particularly regarding data removal requests from public servants, which now trigger a strict 48-hour statutory deadline to avoid a presumption of criminal intent.
Rep. Giovanni Capriglione·House Bill·Regular Session
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Common questions about HB3425
HB3425 immediately expands criminal liability for "doxing" beyond public websites to include any electronic communication (email, text, internal messaging) containing residence addresses or phone numbers with intent to harm. This creates significant operational risk for all businesses handling PII, particularly regarding data removal requests from public servants, which now trigger a strict 48-hour statutory deadline to avoid a presumption of criminal intent.
HB3425 was authored by Texas Representative Giovanni Capriglione during the Regular Session.
HB3425 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB3425 is enforced by District Attorneys and Local Law Enforcement.
The regulatory priority for HB3425 is rated as "moderate". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB3425 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB3425 addresses topics including crimes, crimes--miscellaneous, criminal procedure, criminal procedure--general and email & electronic communications.
Key dates for HB3425: Effective date is 2025-06-20. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB3425 establishes the following penalties: criminal penalty of Class B Misdemeanor for Disclosing residence address or phone number via electronic communication (email, text, social media) with intent to harm (Doxing).; criminal penalty of Class A Misdemeanor for Disclosure via electronic communication that results in bodily injury to the victim or their family.. Consult with legal counsel for specific applicability to your situation.
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