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Got a notice from City of Houston? Here’s what to do.

City of Houston told the Texas Attorney General that people’s information was exposed. If you got a letter, work through the steps below.

Your checklist

  1. 1

    Keep the letter

    Save the notice from City of Houston and its envelope. The date you were told can matter for legal deadlines.

  2. 2

    Freeze your credit

    The filing does not list what was taken, so play it safe. A free freeze at Equifax, Experian and TransUnion stops new accounts being opened in your name.

  3. 3

    Change reused passwords

    Change any password you used with this company or reused elsewhere, and turn on two-factor sign-in.

  4. 4

    Get a free claim review

    Our legal team checks whether you can be paid for this breach. No fee unless you recover.

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About the City of Houston breach

Reported to
Texas Attorney General
Date filed
December 12, 2025
People notified
Not stated
Cause in filing
Not stated

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.

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