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TX HB207
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Ryan Guillen
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of prohibited "visual material" under Texas child pornography laws (Penal Code Sections 43.26 and 43.262) to include images printed or reproduced on anatomically correct dolls, mannequins, or robots with child-like features intended for sexual purposes
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Requires that the material depict a recognizable actual child by face, likeness, birthmark, or other distinguishing characteristic
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Applies to material where a real child's image (under 18 years old) was used to create, adapt, or modify the visual material on such objects
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Changes apply only to offenses committed on or after the effective date; prior offenses remain governed by existing law
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the prosecution of certain criminal offenses prohibiting sexually explicit visual material involving an anatomically correct doll, mannequin, or robot that has the features of a child.
Crimes
Last Action
Left pending in committee
3/25/2025