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HB 876

Relating to the establishment of certain information sharing and analysis organizations by the Department of Information Resources.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Suleman Lalani

Texas authorizes Department of Information Resources to establish cybersecurity information-sharing organizations connecting public and private sectors for threat intelligence exchange.

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Bill Summary · HB 876

Legislative bill overview

HB 876 authorizes the Texas Department of Information Resources to establish information sharing and analysis organizations (ISAOs) to facilitate the exchange of cybersecurity threat information among public and private entities. The bill creates a framework for these organizations to operate and share critical infrastructure protection data across sectors.

Why is this important

As cyber threats grow increasingly sophisticated and coordinated, information sharing between government and private sector entities is essential for early threat detection and coordinated defense. This bill formalizes mechanisms that can help Texas organizations respond more rapidly to emerging cyber incidents and vulnerabilities affecting critical infrastructure.

Potential points of contention

  • Privacy and data sensitivity: Defining what information qualifies for sharing and ensuring that sensitive business data or personal information isn't inadvertently disclosed through ISAO networks
  • Liability and immunity: Whether organizations participating in these information sharing arrangements receive adequate legal protections from liability if shared information is breached or misused
  • Implementation costs and oversight: Clarity on who funds ISAO operations, how they're governed, and what accountability mechanisms ensure proper stewardship of shared threat data

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

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