Texas Responsible AI Governance Act (TRAIGA)

HB 149, 89th Leg., R.S.

In force

Effective 1 Jan 2026

Verified 9 Sep 2026

Statute establishing the pro-business "Intent-as-Shield" defense, strict biometric informed consent rules, and the 36-month DIR regulatory sandbox.

Primary source: Texas TRAIGA (HB 149) →

What it does

Statute establishing the pro-business "Intent-as-Shield" defense, strict biometric informed consent rules, and the 36-month DIR regulatory sandbox.

Maps to

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