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HB3512 — TX, US
HB3512 is an AI governance legislation from TX, currently introduced. Texas HB3512 mandates AI training programs for certain state and local government employees and officials [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2025-02-28.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Effective date
- 2025-09-01
- Authority / governing body
- Texas Legislature
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: Effective on 9/1/25
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| state agencies and local governments | Establish and implement artificial intelligence training programs for certain employees and officials. | 2025-09-01 | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Enforcement actions have been filed against named organizations under this or analogous rules.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- compliance_officer Assess current AI usage and potential future AI deployments within the agency/local government. (2025-09-01)
- hr_director Identify 'certain employees and officials' who require AI training based on their roles and access to AI systems. (2025-09-01)
- hr_director Develop a comprehensive artificial intelligence training program curriculum for identified personnel. (2025-09-01)
- hr_director Implement and conduct the required AI training programs for all designated employees and officials. (2025-09-01)
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- medium
- Procurement categories
- other
Agencies might procure third-party training solutions for AI. Vendors must demonstrate their ability to provide relevant, compliant, and up-to-date training tailored for government employees, with a focus on ethical AI use and accountability.
Sample vendor questions
- What is your experience providing AI training to government entities, particularly at the state or local level?
- How does your training content address ethical considerations, bias, and transparency in AI relevant to public service?
- What are the qualifications and expertise of your trainers in AI governance, ethics, or relevant regulatory compliance?
- Can your training platform track completion and provide reporting to demonstrate compliance with state mandates?
- How adaptable is your training content to specific departmental needs or evolving state AI policies?
Intelligence briefs (1)
Texas HB3512 Mandates AI Training for State and Local Government Personnel
Texas HB3512 mandates AI training programs for certain state and local government employees and officials [1].
This development expands the scope of AI governance obligations to public sector personnel, signaling increased focus on government AI literacy.
Deadline: Effective on 9/1/25
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is HB3512?
- Texas HB3512 (89R) establishes artificial intelligence training programs for specific employees and officials within state agencies and local governments [1]. This legislative action focuses on equipping public sector personnel with AI-related knowledge, thereby standardizing a foundational level of AI literacy across affected governmental entities. The bill explicitly identifies the scope of personnel subject to these new training requirements. Primary source →
- Why does HB3512 matter?
- This development expands the scope of AI governance obligations to public sector personnel, signaling increased focus on government AI literacy. Primary source →
- Who does HB3512 affect?
- This legislation primarily affects state agencies and local governments within Texas, specifically targeting "certain employees and officials" [1] of these entities. The scope likely includes personnel involved in the procurement, deployment, or oversight of AI systems within public services. Considerations include departments responsible for public administration, infrastructure, and citizen services, which may leverage AI technologies. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for HB3512?
- Effective on 9/1/25 Primary source →
- What is the current status of HB3512?
- As of the last published update, HB3512 is at the "introduced" stage. Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for HB3512?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB3512. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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