Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 449: Relating to the unlawful production or distribution of sexually explicit media using deep fake technology.

Vetoed Last action June 22, 2025: Vetoed by the Governor

Plain-language summary

HB 449 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the unlawful production or distribution of sexually explicit media using deep fake technology. Primary sponsor: Mary González (Democratic), Joan Huffman (Republican). It lists 7 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 22, 2025): Vetoed by the Governor.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Mary González (Democratic); Joan Huffman (Republican). 7 co-sponsors.