The law requires internet platforms to verify the age of a parent or guardian of accounts if they are signed in as under 18.
It also requires parental consent before collecting the data on minors under 18 years of age.
It also requires platforms to block and filter if the content promotes suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, substance abuse, stalking, bullying, or harassment, or grooming.
[1][2][3][4][5] On July 30, 2024, The trade associations The Computer and Communications Industry Association and NetChoice filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to the to block enforcement of the law to The Western District Court of Texas.
[7][8][9] On August 16, 2024, FIRE helped 4 plaintiffs to sue the Attorney General Ken Paxton.