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Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (TRAIGA)
TRAIGA has been in effect in Texas since 1 January 2026. It applies to any person or entity doing business in Texas, selling to Texans, or deploying AI within the state, including AI used in employment and hiring decisions.
Last reviewed: 29 September 2026
How it differs from other states
TRAIGA sets a narrower standard than laws such as Illinois’ or Colorado’s. It requires intent to discriminate for a violation: unequal outcomes alone do not establish a breach. The developer or deployer must have deliberately designed the system to discriminate against a protected class.
An AI hiring tool that produces skewed results without being deliberately designed to discriminate does not breach TRAIGA, though it could still breach federal law under Title VII. Unlike Illinois, Colorado or Ontario, TRAIGA does not require employers to disclose AI use in hiring.
Who enforces it
The Texas Attorney General has exclusive enforcement authority; there is no private right of action. A 60-day cure notice applies before penalties.
Penalties
- Curable violations: $10,000–$12,000 per violation.
- Uncurable violations: $80,000–$200,000 per violation.
- Ongoing or continuing violations: $2,000–$40,000 per day.
- The Attorney General can also seek court orders halting violations and recovery of legal costs. State licensing agencies can impose additional penalties of up to $100,000, but only after the Attorney General has made a formal finding and recommendation.
This page is general information, not legal advice. AI employment law is moving quickly; confirm your position with qualified counsel before relying on it.
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