AI disclosure laws in Texas

What businesses using chatbots, AI voice agents or AI content in Texas need to know. Last reviewed 2026-11-02. Not legal advice.

Short answer

Yes. Texas has 1 AI disclosure law in force: Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (HB 149). Federal rules, including the FTC Act, also apply.

Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (HB 149)

In force

Who it covers

Texas state agencies; licensed health-care providers using AI in relation to a patient's care; all businesses for the prohibited-use rules only.

AI in patient diagnosis, treatment, or care

What to disclose

Clear and conspicuous disclosure, in plain language and without dark patterns, to the patient (or their representative) that AI is used in relation to their health care service or treatment. A link to a separate web page is allowed.

Penalties

$10,000–$12,000 per curable violation; $80,000–$200,000 per uncurable violation; up to $40,000 per day for continuing violations.

Full details and sources for Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (HB 149)

Federal rules that also apply in Texas

FTC Act Section 5: deceptive AI practices: Section 5 bans deceptive acts and practices in commerce.
TCPA: AI-generated voices are 'artificial or prerecorded' calls: The FCC ruled that calls using AI-generated voices are 'artificial or prerecorded voice' calls under the TCPA.

Questions businesses ask

Does Texas require businesses to disclose AI chatbots?

Yes. Texas has 1 AI disclosure law in force: Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (HB 149). Federal rules, including the FTC Act, also apply.

What happens if a business in Texas doesn't disclose AI?

Under Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (HB 149): $10,000–$12,000 per curable violation; $80,000–$200,000 per uncurable violation; up to $40,000 per day for continuing violations. Enforced by Texas Attorney General (exclusive); 60-day cure period. Licensing agencies may add sanctions if the AG recommends it..

How can a business in Texas show visitors it uses AI?

Show a clear notice that visitors are talking to AI before or when a chat starts, repeat it on the schedule the law sets, and keep a record that it appeared. BotNotice does this with one line of code on most website builders.

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