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HB3512

Regular Session

Relating to artificial intelligence training programs for certain employees and officials of state agencies and local governments.

Moderate
Low Cost
Effective:2025-06-20
Enforcing Agencies

Criminal Justice Division (Grant Compliance) • Department of Information Resources (DIR) • Governor's Office • Legislative Budget Board

HB3512
Relating to artificial intelligence training programs for certain employees and officials of state agencies and local governments.
Moderate Urgency
Passed with Opposition
House Vote147 - 1
YEA
99% in favor148 voting
Senate Vote31 - 0
YEA
100% in favor31 voting
1
Total Opposition Votes
Cost Impact
Low
Effective
2025-06-20
Enforcing Agencies
Criminal Justice DivisionDIRGovernor's OfficeLegislative Budget Board
Primary Author: Rep. Giovanni Capriglione
89th Texas Legislature
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Compliance Analysis

Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation

Implementation Timeline

  • Effective Date: June 20, 2025 (Law is currently in effect).
  • Compliance Deadline: Contingent on DIR Action. While the obligation is immediate, operational compliance cannot begin until the Department of Information Resources (DIR) publishes the list of certified training programs. Expect enforcement to begin Q1 2026.
  • Agency Rulemaking: The DIR is required to adopt rules and certify at least five training programs "as soon as practicable." We are currently in a Regulatory Gray Zone: the mandate exists, but the mechanism to fulfill it does not.

Immediate Action Plan

  • Audit Personnel: Generate a list of all staff/contractors deployed to government clients who meet the 25% computer usage threshold.
  • Monitor DIR: Assign a compliance officer to monitor the DIR website weekly for the release of certified AI training programs.
  • Update Grant Workflows: If you assist clients with grant writing or are a sub-recipient of state funds, ensure the new AI certification attachment is added to your application templates immediately.
  • Vendor Opportunity: If you are an EdTech or training vendor, prepare curriculum now to apply for DIR certification as one of the five required state providers.

Operational Changes Required

Contracts

  • Government Contractors/MSPs: Review Master Services Agreements (MSAs) with state and local agencies. Expect amendments requiring you to warrant that assigned staff have completed DIR-certified AI training.
  • Indemnification Clauses: Local governments face a "clawback" of Chapter 772 grant funds if they fail compliance audits. Do not accept broad indemnification clauses that would make your firm liable for a municipality's loss of grant funding due to training lapses.

Hiring/Training

  • Staff Audits: You must immediately identify which employees or deployed contractors utilize a computer for at least 25% of their required duties. These individuals are legally required to undergo training.
  • Onboarding: Update onboarding protocols to include AI training alongside existing cybersecurity modules. This is now an annual requirement, not a one-time event.

Reporting & Record-Keeping

  • Grant Applications: Any application for Criminal Justice Division (Chapter 772) grants now requires a written certification of AI training compliance. Applications submitted without this are statutorily incomplete.
  • Verification Forms: The DIR will release a specific form for reporting completion percentages. Integrate this form into your document retention policies immediately upon release.

Fees & Costs

  • Direct Costs: Low. Training programs will likely be low-cost or provided by the state.
  • Indirect Costs: Administrative burden of tracking compliance and potential legal costs associated with grant clawback liability.

Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations

  • "Literacy" Definition: The law requires training on "AI literacy," but fails to define the technical depth. Watch for DIR Rulemaking to see if this requires simple awareness or technical proficiency.
  • Contractor Applicability: The bill specifies "employees," but Texas agencies routinely interpret "employee" to include contractors with access to state systems (mirroring cybersecurity statutes). Assume contractors are included until DIR issues guidance to the contrary.
  • The 25% Threshold: The requirement applies to staff using computers for "at least 25% of duties." This is subjective and difficult to audit. Best Practice: If an employee uses a computer daily, train them. Do not split hairs on percentages; the risk of audit failure outweighs the cost of training.

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Legislative Timeline

This bill's path through the Texas Legislature

Filed
Feb 28, 2025
Passed House
May 6, 2025
Passed Senate
May 25, 2025
Signed
Jun 20, 2025
TopicsArtificial IntelligenceCity GovernmentCity Government--generalCounty GovernmentCounty Government--generalElectronic Information SystemsGovernorState Agencies, Boards & CommissionsState EmployeesInternetStaff Development & TrainingInformation Resources, Department ofLegislative Budget Board
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House Authors

Rep. Giovanni CapriglioneRepublican · Primary Author
Joint Authors

Senate Sponsor

Sen. Cesar BlancoDemocrat · Primary Sponsor

Bill Text(with markup)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about HB3512

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What does Texas HB3512 do?

Effective June 20, 2025, HB3512 mandates annual Artificial Intelligence (AI) training for state and local government employees who use computers for at least 25% of their duties. While the statutory mandate targets public entities, government contractors and grant recipients face immediate downstream compliance risks, including contract termination and mandatory repayment of state grant funds for non-compliance. Implementation Timeline Effective Date: June 20, 2025 (Law is currently in effect).

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Who authored HB3512?

HB3512 was authored by Texas Representative Giovanni Capriglione during the Regular Session.

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When was HB3512 signed into law?

HB3512 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.

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Which agencies enforce HB3512?

HB3512 is enforced by Criminal Justice Division (Grant Compliance), Department of Information Resources (DIR), Governor's Office and Legislative Budget Board.

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How urgent is compliance with HB3512?

The compliance urgency for HB3512 is rated as "moderate". Businesses and organizations should review the requirements and timeline to ensure timely compliance.

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What is the cost impact of HB3512?

The cost impact of HB3512 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.

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What topics does HB3512 address?

HB3512 addresses topics including artificial intelligence, city government, city government--general, county government and county government--general.

Legislative data provided by LegiScanLast updated: November 25, 2025

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