Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 4516: Relating to prohibiting the use of Chinese technology to collect, process, transfer, or store biometric, genetic, or medical data; creating a criminal offense.

In committee Last action April 3, 2025: Referred to State Affairs

Plain-language summary

HB 4516 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on March 12, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to prohibiting the use of Chinese technology to collect, process, transfer, or store biometric, genetic, or medical data; creating a criminal offense. Primary sponsor: Ryan Guillen (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 3, 2025): Referred to State Affairs.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Ryan Guillen (Republican).