TX Attorney General News Releases

Texas AG Investigates Blue Cross, Conduent Data Breach

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has issued Civil Investigative Demands to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas and Conduent Business Services LLC regarding a data breach affecting approximately four million Texans. The investigation focuses on the security of protected health information accessed by a third party.

Texas AG Intervenes in Support of Dr. Bowden Against Medical Board

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has intervened in a case supporting Dr. Mary Talley Bowden against the Texas Medical Board (TMB). The AG's office is challenging a TMB administrative penalty and public reprimand issued to Dr. Bowden concerning her prescription of Ivermectin.

Texas AG Sues Snapchat for Deception and Child Endangerment

The Texas Attorney General has filed a lawsuit against Snap, Inc. (Snapchat) for allegedly deceiving parents and consumers about the app's safety and for exposing children to inappropriate content and addictive features. The lawsuit seeks to hold Snapchat accountable for these alleged harms.

Texas AG Secures 50-Year Sentence Against Human Trafficker

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced a 50-year prison sentence for Robert Franklin for trafficking and sexually exploiting a child. The sentence includes a $50,000 fine and is connected to a multi-state prostitution scheme. This action highlights the state's commitment to prosecuting human trafficking offenses.

Paxton Secures $68M Settlement Against Colony Ridge Developers

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, in conjunction with the DOJ, secured a $68 million settlement against Colony Ridge developers. The agreement halts new residential lot platting for 36 months, prohibits sales to individuals from certain countries, and mandates new underwriting and identification standards.

Texas AG Investigates "Sharia City" Development

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into a proposed development in Kaufman County, referred to as a "sharia city." The investigation targets SEE Holding and Kaufman Solar LLC, with the AG issuing Requests to Examine to gather information on the development's legality and compliance with Texas laws.

Texas AG Rescinds Opinion on SSNs for Occupational Licenses

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has withdrawn a 2001 legal opinion that allowed occupational license applicants to not submit a Social Security Number. A new opinion requires SSNs for all applicants, aiming to prevent undocumented immigrants from obtaining licenses and protect jobs for authorized workers.

Texas AG Sues Factory for Illegal Odor Emissions

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Darling Ingredients, Inc. for unlawfully emitting offensive odors and chemicals from its Bastrop factory. The suit seeks civil penalties and court-ordered relief to stop the nuisance odors and ensure compliance with air quality laws.

Texas AG Sues Kratom Retailers for Deceptive Marketing and Selling Deadly Substance

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against kratom retailers for deceptively marketing and selling products with dangerously high levels of 7-hydroxymitragynine, far exceeding legal limits. The suit seeks to end the distribution of these illegal products and impose civil penalties.

Texas AG Demands Documents from Austin ISD Over Student Protest

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has demanded documents from Austin Independent School District (AISD) as part of an investigation into whether district officials knowingly allowed students to participate in protests against immigration enforcement. The AG's office will investigate the use of public funds and potential violations of law.