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HB449 — TX, US
HB449 is an AI governance legislation from TX, currently enacted. Texas HB449, a bill addressing sexually explicit deepfake media, was vetoed by the Governor on June 22, 2025 [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2024-11-12.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- enacted
- Bill status
- vetoed
- Authority / governing body
- Texas Legislature
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill was vetoed and did not become law.
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Enforcement risk score
Hypothetical or aspirational; no enforcement signal yet.
Intelligence briefs (1)
Texas Governor Vetoes Bill on Sexually Explicit Deepfake Media
Texas HB449, a bill addressing sexually explicit deepfake media, was vetoed by the Governor on June 22, 2025 [1].
This development signals a pause in specific state-level regulation concerning synthetic media and content generation.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill was vetoed and did not become law.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is HB449?
- Texas HB449, a bill concerning the unlawful production or distribution of sexually explicit media utilizing deepfake technology, was vetoed by the Governor on June 22, 2025 [1]. The proposed legislation aimed to address content created with artificial intelligence, specifically targeting synthetic media of a sexually explicit nature [2]. This action prevents the bill from becoming law during the 89th Legislative Session. Primary source →
- Why does HB449 matter?
- This development signals a pause in specific state-level regulation concerning synthetic media and content generation. Primary source →
- Who does HB449 affect?
- Organizations engaged in the creation or distribution of synthetic media, particularly those with operations or users within Texas, are affected. This includes platforms hosting user-generated content, developers of deepfake technologies, and media companies leveraging AI for content generation. While the bill was vetoed, the legislative attempt highlights an ongoing focus on the governance of AI-generated content, especially concerning ethical and legal boundaries related to explicit material. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for HB449?
- No fixed deadline — the bill was vetoed and did not become law. Primary source →
- What is the current status of HB449?
- As of the last published update, HB449 is at the "enacted" stage, with bill status "vetoed". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for HB449?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB449. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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