Effective Date: 2-20-2025

Last Updated: 2-20-2025

1. Introduction

Next Gen Political Consulting, LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you access and use the Texas Statutes API (“the API”). By using the API, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We do not collect or store personal user data. However, the API processes and logs the following types of information:

Query Data: The legal questions or statute references users submit to the API.

Usage Logs: API request metadata, including timestamps, IP addresses, and response times.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data solely for the following purposes:

• Improving the API’s search accuracy and efficiency.

• Monitoring and troubleshooting API performance.

• Preventing abuse or unauthorized access.

4. Data Storage and Retention

• We do not store any personally identifiable information.

• Search queries may be temporarily logged for debugging and optimization purposes.

• Logs are automatically purged after 30 days, unless required for security audits or compliance with applicable laws.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

• We do not sell, rent, or share user data with third parties.

• API requests may be processed through OpenAI’s GPT for enhanced responses. In such cases, OpenAI’s privacy policies apply.

• If required by law (e.g., court orders or law enforcement requests), we may disclose limited log data.

6. Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security practices, including:

Encryption: API requests use HTTPS for secure communication.

Access Controls: Only authorized users can access the API.

Monitoring: Logs are reviewed periodically for anomalies.

7. User Rights and Choices

• You can stop using the API at any time.

• If you have concerns about data privacy, you may contact us at jacoblee@thenextgen.us.

8. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Users will be notified of significant changes. The last updated date will always be visible at the top of this page.

9. Contact Information

For questions or concerns about this policy, contact:

📧 Email: jacoblee@thenextgen.us

📍 Company Name: Next Gen Political Consulting, LLC

Data Retention Policy: 30 days