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TX SB1860

TX SB1860
Relating to the applicability of laws protecting minors from harmful material on digital services.


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Introduced
03/04/2025
In Committee
05/21/2025
Crossed Over
04/24/2025
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to the applicability of laws protecting minors from harmful material on digital services.

AI Summary

This bill amends Section 509.002(b) of the Texas Business & Commerce Code to modify the list of entities exempted from certain digital service regulations. The key change is the addition of private schools (as defined in the Texas Education Code) to the list of organizations not subject to the chapter's provisions. The bill maintains existing exemptions for various types of organizations including state agencies, financial institutions, healthcare entities, small businesses, educational institutions, and digital service providers with specific narrow functions like employment-related data processing, education services, email/messaging services, and content platforms with incidental interactive features. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, which allows organizations time to prepare for and understand the updated regulatory landscape. The primary purpose appears to be clarifying and expanding exemptions for digital service regulations, with a specific focus on including private schools in the list of excluded entities.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Placed on General State Calendar (on 05/27/2025)

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