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HB4344: Relating to access to and use of criminal history record information by the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

: Ana Hernandez (D-TX) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Jun 20, 2025
CRIMINAL JUSTICE, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
Utilities
Utilities--General
Labor
Labor--General
CRIMINAL RECORDS
Protection of Personal Information
CONTRACTORS & SUBCONTRACTORS
PUBLIC UTILITY COMMISSION
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  2. Passed One Chamber (completed)
  3. Passed Both Chambers (completed)
  4. 4Became Law (current step)

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Relating to access to and use of criminal history record information by the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

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