TexasIn Effect
HB 149
Texas Responsible AI Governance Act (TRAIGA)
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Last checked today🕐 18 Aug 2026, 08:37 UTCRe-verified against official primary sources · last change Jul 4, 2026 — capitol.texas.gov ↗
Prohibits developing or deploying AI for intentional behavioral manipulation causing harm, unlawful discrimination, and unlawful synthetic media. Applies to businesses and state agencies and is enforced exclusively by the Texas Attorney General with a 60-day cure period.
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Maximum penalty: AG-enforced (no private right of action); up to $100,000 per uncurable violation + $40,000/day
Non-compliance can carry significant liability — verify against the official text below.
Bill / statute
HB 149
Jurisdiction
Texas
Status
In Effect
Effective / deadline
January 1, 2026
Maximum penalty
AG-enforced (no private right of action); up to $100,000 per uncurable violation + $40,000/day
Scope
Who it affects
Businesses and Texas state agencies that develop or deploy AI systems used in the state.
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Primary sources · HB 149 — Texas Responsible AI Governance Act (TRAIGA)
- ↗capitol.texas.govhttps://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB149