The City of Houston Data Breach: Reported Filing Facts
The City of Houston is a municipal government entity responsible for providing essential public services to its residents. As a government agency, it collects and maintains sensitive personal information, including tax records, utility account details, employment files for municipal staff, and various public safety or administrative documents. In 2025, the City of Houston officially reported a data security incident to the Texas Attorney General, indicating that unauthorized access to its systems may have occurred. If you received a formal data breach notification letter, it means the city has identified that your personal information was potentially involved in this incident. This notice is intended to inform you of the nature of the event and the steps you should take to protect your identity and financial security.
- State
- Texas
- Breach date
- September 2, 2025
- Reported
- December 12, 2025
What to do if you were affected
These general steps can help limit the risk of identity theft and fraud after any data breach.
Stay alert to targeted scams
Be cautious of calls, texts, or emails that reference this breach. Legitimate organizations won't ask you to confirm sensitive details through an unsolicited message.
Keep your notification letter
Save the notice you received. It documents that your information was involved and is often needed to enroll in any credit monitoring offered or to join a related legal claim.
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