Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 186: Relating to prohibiting use of social media platforms by children.

Passed one chamber Last action May 27, 2025: Co-sponsor authorized

Plain-language summary

HB 186 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to prohibiting use of social media platforms by children. Primary sponsor: Jared Patterson (Republican), Caroline Dunmoyer (Republican), Mary González (Democratic), Keith Bell (Republican), Adam Hinojosa (Republican). It lists 18 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 27, 2025): Co-sponsor authorized.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jared Patterson (Republican); Caroline Dunmoyer (Republican); Mary González (Democratic); Keith Bell (Republican); and 1 more. 18 co-sponsors.