Texas Responsible AI Governance Act Overview

This Client Alert provides a detailed examination of the Texas Responsible AI Governance Act (TRAIGA), which was signed into law on June 22, 2025, and will take effect on January 1, 2026. The Act introduces significant regulations on the development and deployment of artificial intelligence systems, particularly prohibiting certain practices such as behavioral manipulation, unlawful discrimination, and the creation of child pornography or deepfakes. It establishes a regulatory sandbox program that allows developers to test AI systems under relaxed regulations and creates the Texas Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council to guide AI policy. The enforcement of the Act is vested in the Texas Attorney General, who will oversee compliance and investigate potential violations. The summary also outlines the penalties for violations and the affirmative defenses available to developers. Companies operating in Texas are advised to evaluate their AI systems for compliance with TRAIGA's provisions and to implement internal processes to mitigate risks associated with prohibited practices.