The Texas Senate adopted House Bill 50 61, a measure that prohibits contractors and vendors of state agencies from engaging in certain surveillance, intimidation or misuse of confidential information.

Senator Hughes brought the bill to the floor on behalf of the sponsor, Senator Shorter, saying the measure "protect[s] privacy and dignity of Texas citizens by prohibiting state contractors and vendors from engaging in surveillance, intimidation, or misuse of confidential information." Hughes told the chamber the bill provides legal safeguards, penalties for violations and transparency measures for state procurement.

Procedurally the Senate suspended the regular order, advanced the bill to third reading, suspended the three‑day rule and recorded final passage with 31 ayes and 0 nays. The transcript excerpt provides sponsor framing and the final roll call but does not include floor amendments or a detailed statutory text readout.

Ending: with unanimous Senate approval, the bill advances in the legislative process for enrollment and signature.