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Relating to regulation of the use of artificial intelligence systems in this state; providing civil penalties. Enacted Effective on 1/1/26 · Jun 22, 2025
In plain language Establishes a regulatory framework governing the use of artificial intelligence systems within Texas and provides for civil penalties for violations. The bill's title indicates broad state-level regulation of AI system use.
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Legislative history 76 actions · newest first Jun 22, 2025 — Effective on 1/1/26 Jun 22, 2025 — Signed by the Governor Jun 2, 2025 — Sent to the Governor Jun 1, 2025 Senate Signed in the Senate Jun 1, 2025 House Signed in the House May 31, 2025 House Reported enrolled Show all 76 actions
Progress Introduced Mar 14, 2025 Filed in a chamber; hasn't passed it yet. Engrossed Passed the chamber where it was introduced. Enrolled Passed both chambers in the same form and sent to the governor or president. Enacted Jun 22, 2025 Became law: signed, allowed to take effect without a signature, or passed over a veto.
Sponsors Rep. Giovanni Capriglione (R) Prime sponsor
Rep. Angie Button (R), Rep. Greg Bonnen (R), Rep. Angelia Orr (R), Rep. Salman Bhojani (D), Rep. Cody Harris (R), Rep. Suleman Lalani (D), Rep. John Lujan (R), Rep. William Metcalf (R), Rep. Mihaela Plesa (D), Sen. Charles Schwertner (R), Sen. Royce West (D)
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