TX HB783

Creates civil liability for online impersonation, defined as using someone's name, voice, signature, or likeness in visual material on social media without consent to create a false identity with intent to harm, defraud, intimidate, or threaten

Requires the impersonation to be "virtually indistinguishable from an actual person" to a reasonable observer for liability to attach

Provides exemptions for satire/parody, law enforcement investigating internet crimes, and interactive computer services (social media platforms) for content posted by users

Awards prevailing claimants actual damages (including counseling and identity theft costs), minimum $500 in exemplary damages, court costs, and attorney's fees

Allows courts to issue temporary restraining orders or permanent injunctions to stop online impersonation; effective September 1, 2025