Privacy Policy and Informed Consent for Text (SMS) Messaging

Last updated: February 25, 2026

Event Purpose

With your consent, HRA Council may send text (SMS) messages to the mobile number you have provided in our records. Your mobile number will be used solely for official HRA Council communications related to meetings and events. No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

By providing your informed consent where indicated, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the information below and agree to participate in HRA Council’s text (SMS) messaging service.

Purpose and Description

HRA Council’s text (SMS) messaging service is designed to provide timely updates related to HRA Council meetings and events.

Text messages may include:

• Advance notice of upcoming meetings or events

• Reminders immediately prior to scheduled meetings or events

• Real-time updates during an event, when necessary

HRA Council does not use text messaging for marketing, promotional campaigns, or unrelated communications.

Voluntary Participation

Participation in HRA Council’s text (SMS) messaging service is entirely voluntary. You may refuse to provide consent or withdraw your consent at any time.

You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. For assistance, reply HELP or contact us at aaron@hracouncil.org or 832-943-2324.

Standard message and data rates may apply.

Benefits and Risks

Benefits:
The text (SMS) messaging service provides a convenient and timely way to receive important meeting and event updates directly to your mobile device.

Risks:
While HRA Council takes reasonable steps to safeguard your information, text (SMS) messages are transmitted over mobile carrier networks and may not be fully secure. There is a risk that messages could be intercepted or accessed by unintended recipients.

Potential Costs

Participation in the text (SMS) messaging service may involve standard text messaging and data charges applied by your mobile service provider. Please consult your mobile service provider for details regarding any applicable fees.

If you have any questions about these policies, please contact us at info@hracouncil.org.