The General Land Office Data Breach: Reported Filing Facts

The Texas General Land Office is a state government agency responsible for managing state lands, mineral rights, and historical archives, serving as a repository for sensitive public and administrative records. Given its role in land management and state administration, the agency typically collects and stores personal information such as Social Security numbers, property ownership records, financial transaction data, and contact details for citizens and contractors. In 2025, the agency officially reported a data breach to the Texas Attorney General, confirming that unauthorized parties may have accessed sensitive information. If you received a data breach notification letter from the agency, it indicates that your personal data was likely included in the files compromised during this security incident, necessitating immediate vigilance regarding your financial and personal identity security.

State: Texas
Breach date: July 18, 2025
Reported: September 22, 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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