Texas HB3862 prohibits children under 18 from using social media platforms and mandates schools to block certain internet content.

Texas HB3862 aims to protect children under 18 by prohibiting their use of social media platforms. It mandates social media companies to verify the age of account holders and prevent children from using their platforms. The bill also requires manufacturers to enable electronic device markers and filters on devices activated in Texas. Schools must adopt policies to block student access to social media, pornographic, and obscene materials, and content harmful to minors. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3862 prohibits children under 18 from using social media platforms and mandates schools to block certain internet content.

Texas HB3862 aims to protect children under 18 by prohibiting their use of social media platforms. It mandates social media companies to verify the age of account holders and prevent children from using their platforms. The bill also requires manufacturers to enable electronic device markers and filters on devices activated in Texas. Schools must adopt policies to block student access to social media, pornographic, and obscene materials, and content harmful to minors. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025.