The bill, S.B. No. 1860, amends Section 509.002(b) of the Business & Commerce Code to clarify the applicability of laws designed to protect minors from harmful material on digital services. Notably, the bill expands the list of exemptions from these laws to include "a private school" alongside "an institution of higher education," as defined by the Education Code. This change aims to ensure that both public and private educational institutions are recognized in the context of these protections.

The bill also maintains existing exemptions for various entities, including state agencies, financial institutions, and digital service providers that process user data for employment-related purposes. The legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, allowing time for stakeholders to adjust to the new provisions regarding the protection of minors in digital environments.