Bill > SB1893

This bill prohibits the use of certain social media applications, such as TikTok, on devices owned or leased by governmental entities in Texas. The bill defines "covered applications" as TikTok and any successor applications developed by ByteDance Limited, as well as other social media applications specified by the governor through a proclamation. Governmental entities, including state agencies, the judicial branch, and political subdivisions, must adopt a policy prohibiting the installation and use of these covered applications on their devices. The bill provides exceptions for law enforcement and information security purposes, but requires the use of measures to mitigate risks posed by the covered applications. The Department of Information Resources and the Department of Public Safety are tasked with identifying and publishing a list of social media applications that pose a risk to the state's security.

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https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=88R&Bill=SB1893