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Texas App Store Accountability Act

Enacted Texas · In force Jan 1, 2026 · no upcoming deadlines

Official text
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Deadlines

EnforcementMay 6 · 6 months ago · Source
Stay pending appeal deniedDistrict court keeps the injunction in place during the state's appeal.
Takes effectJan 1 · 10 months ago · Source
Scheduled effective date (enjoined)Statutory effective date; not enforceable while the injunction stands.
EnforcementDec 23, 2025 · 10 months ago · Source
Preliminary injunctionW.D. Tex. (CCIA v. Paxton) enjoins the AG from implementing or enforcing SB 2420 on First Amendment grounds.
MilestoneMay 27, 2025 · 17 months ago · Source
Signed by GovernorSB 2420 signed.

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What it does

App stores must verify user ages, link minor accounts to a parent and obtain parental consent before minors download or buy apps. Developers must use the app store's age and consent signals. A federal court has preliminarily enjoined enforcement.

Who it applies to
App store providers and app developers serving Texas users.
Penalties
Deceptive trade practice enforcement by the AG; see statute. Currently enjoined.
Enforced by
Texas Attorney General
Official name
Texas App Store Accountability Act (SB 2420)
Citation
Acts 2025, 89th Leg., R.S. (SB 2420); Tex. Bus. & Com. Code section 121.021 et seq.
Topics
Children, Privacy, Online safety
Verified 2026-09-25 govinfo.gov govinfo.gov
Research notes

Appeal pending in the Fifth Circuit as of the last verified order.

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Questions about Texas App Store Accountability Act
What are the Texas App Store Accountability Act compliance deadlines?
May 27, 2025: Signed by Governor. Dec 23, 2025: Preliminary injunction. Jan 1, 2026: Scheduled effective date (enjoined). May 6, 2026: Stay pending appeal denied.
When does Texas App Store Accountability Act take effect?
Texas App Store Accountability Act took effect on Jan 1, 2026.
Who does Texas App Store Accountability Act apply to?
App store providers and app developers serving Texas users.
What are the penalties under Texas App Store Accountability Act?
Deceptive trade practice enforcement by the AG; see statute. Currently enjoined.