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TX HB4189
Bill
Status
3/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
Nate Schatzline
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AI Summary
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Requires Internet service providers (ISPs) to offer all Texas customers a free, optional content filter that can block explicit material
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Defines "explicit material" as visual material depicting intimate body parts, sexual conduct, or simulated sexual conduct
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Mandates that when enabled, the filter must prevent customers from accessing, downloading, or displaying explicit material through their Internet service
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Requires the filter to notify customers when it blocks explicit material from being accessed or displayed
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Effective date: September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to content filters provided by Internet service providers.
Business & Commerce
Last Action
Referred to s/c on Telecommunications & Broadband by Speaker
3/31/2025