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Summary

In Texas (United States): 2 AI policy changes recorded across 1 jurisdiction, of which one instrument entered into force, 2 concerned binding law, 2 were rated high impact. Each is dated, links to its official source, and shows what it means in practice.

Changes
2
Jurisdictions
1
Entered into force
1
Urgent or high impact
2

Last updated · most recent change 1 Jan 2026

All changes (2)

Texas (United States) High In force

Texas TRAIGA takes effect

The Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act became effective, with Attorney General enforcement after a 60-day cure period.

Practical impact: Prohibited-intent screening, government disclosure and sandbox applications are now live requirements in Texas.

Texas Responsible AI Governance Act (TRAIGA) HB 149 (89R) Verified against the official source 26 Sep 2026 · reviewed by AI Policy Tracker (a factual check against the official source, not a legal review or legal advice)
Texas (United States) High Adopted

Texas signs the Responsible AI Governance Act (TRAIGA), effective 1 January 2026

The Governor signed HB 149, banning AI intended to manipulate people into self-harm or crime, government social scoring and certain biometric uses, requiring government AI disclosure, and creating a sandbox and AI council with Attorney General enforcement.

Practical impact: Developers and deployers serving Texas should screen for prohibited intents and document NIST-aligned governance to use the statutory defences.

Texas Responsible AI Governance Act (TRAIGA) HB 149 (89R) Verified against the official source 26 Sep 2026 · reviewed by AI Policy Tracker (a factual check against the official source, not a legal review or legal advice)

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