H.B. No. 3133 introduces new regulations regarding the reporting and handling of explicit deep fake material on social media platforms in Texas. The bill defines "deep fake material" as visual content created to deceive viewers by depicting real individuals in actions that did not occur, with "explicit deep fake material" specifically referring to content showing individuals engaging in sexual conduct or exposing intimate parts. Social media platforms are required to establish a complaint system that allows users to report such content, alongside illegal activities, and to track the status of their complaints. The bill mandates that platforms provide clear and accessible notice of these complaint procedures to users.

Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of social media platforms upon receiving reports of explicit deep fake material. They must confirm receipt of the report, remove the reported content, and notify the user of the status of their complaint within seven days. If the content is determined to be explicit deep fake material, platforms must implement measures to prevent its reposting. The bill also amends existing laws to classify violations related to these provisions as deceptive trade practices, making them actionable under Texas law. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Commerce Code 21.16, Commerce Code 120.102, Commerce Code 120.103 (Commerce Code 120, Commerce Code 21)
House Committee Report: Commerce Code 21.16, Commerce Code 120.102, Commerce Code 120.103 (Commerce Code 120, Commerce Code 21)
Engrossed: Commerce Code 21.16, Commerce Code 120.102, Commerce Code 120.103 (Commerce Code 120, Commerce Code 21)
Senate Committee Report: Commerce Code 21.16, Commerce Code 120.102, Commerce Code 120.103, Commerce Code 120.151 (Commerce Code 120, Commerce Code 21)
Enrolled: Commerce Code 21.16, Commerce Code 120.102, Commerce Code 120.103, Commerce Code 120.151 (Commerce Code 120, Commerce Code 21)