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HB 5352

Relating to the establishment of the State Blockchain Technology Pilot Program by the Department of Information Resources.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by John Bucy

Texas authorizes a Department of Information Resources blockchain pilot program to test distributed ledger technology for government operations and records management.

Referred to Delivery of Government Efficiency
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Bill Summary · HB 5352

Legislative bill overview

HB 5352 authorizes the Texas Department of Information Resources to establish a pilot program for blockchain technology applications in state government. The bill creates a framework for testing blockchain solutions across state agencies to evaluate potential efficiency and security benefits before broader implementation.

Why is this important

Blockchain technology could streamline government records management, reduce fraud in licensing and permitting, and improve data security—but only if implementation is carefully evaluated. Texas would join other states experimenting with blockchain for land records, identity verification, and supply chain transparency, positioning the state either as an early adopter or a cautionary case study.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost-benefit clarity: The bill doesn't specify how much the pilot will cost or what specific metrics define success, making oversight and ROI assessment difficult
  • Technology maturity concerns: Blockchain solutions for government applications remain largely unproven at scale; pilot programs risk wasting resources on experimental technology
  • Data privacy implications: Blockchain's immutable, distributed ledger nature may conflict with Texas privacy laws and citizens' ability to request records corrections or deletions
  • Vendor selection and conflicts: Without clear procurement guidelines, the program could favor specific blockchain companies or technologies

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

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