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HB 229

Relating to general definitions for and collection of governmental information regarding biological sex.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Daniel Alders and 74 co-sponsors

Texas law establishes uniform state definitions and procedures for collecting biological sex data across government agencies, effective September 1, 2025.

Effective on 9/1/25
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Bill Summary · HB 229

Legislative bill overview

HB 229 establishes state definitions and collection procedures for biological sex data across Texas government agencies and programs. The bill creates uniform standards for how state entities record, maintain, and report sex-based information in their databases and administrative records.

Why is this important

Sex-based data collection affects access to services, program eligibility, statistical reporting, and resource allocation across healthcare, education, and social services. Standardizing these definitions across agencies influences how state government categorizes individuals in official records and determines compliance with various federal and state programs.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition specificity: The bill's actual definition language will determine whether it accounts only for biological factors, medical history, or other variables—affecting individuals with differences of sex development or those who have undergone medical transition
  • Data collection scope: Uncertainty about which agencies must comply and what existing records must be updated could create implementation challenges and costs across government
  • Federal program alignment: Federal agencies use varying definitions for sex data; conflicts between state and federal standards could create complications for programs receiving federal funding or serving interstate populations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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