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HB 1421

Relating to the disclosure of certain personal information contained in motor vehicle records.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Hubert Vo

HB 1421 restricts disclosure of personal information in Texas motor vehicle records to enhance privacy protections against identity theft and stalking misuse.

Referred to Transportation
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Bill Summary · HB 1421

Legislative bill overview

HB 1421 modifies Texas law governing what personal information from motor vehicle records can be disclosed to the public and third parties. The bill aims to restrict access to sensitive data elements while maintaining necessary disclosures for legitimate purposes like law enforcement and vehicle registration.

Why is this important

Motor vehicle records contain highly sensitive personal information including addresses, phone numbers, and identification details that are vulnerable to misuse for stalking, identity theft, and fraud. Current disclosure practices create privacy risks while balancing legitimate needs for record access by insurers, researchers, and government agencies.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of restrictions: Disagreement over which information categories should be protected versus which remain publicly accessible, particularly affecting private investigators, insurers, and commercial entities
  • Law enforcement access: Debate over whether carve-outs for police and security agencies are appropriately narrow or overly broad
  • Economic impact: Concerns from industries relying on motor vehicle data (marketing, insurance, fleet management) about operational costs and business model disruption

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

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