Supreme Court won’t block Texas from enforcing a law requiring age verification for app downloads
Summary
The U.S. Supreme Court refused to stop Texas from enforcing a law that requires app stores to verify the age of users and get parental permission before minors can download apps or make in-app purchases. This law, called the Texas App Store Accountability Act, aims to protect children but has been challenged by groups who say it violates free speech rights.Key Facts
- The Supreme Court denied petitions to block the Texas law on June 29, 2026.
- The law requires app stores to check the age of users and get parents' consent for minors.
- A 5th Circuit Court of Appeals panel allowed the law to take effect, reversing a lower court ruling.
- Plaintiffs include the Computer & Communications Industry Association and a group called Students Engaged in Advancing Texas.
- The plaintiffs argue the law restricts access to free speech material like news and education.
- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defends the law, saying it protects children from inappropriate content and privacy risks.
- Supporters say children can face privacy invasions and be exposed to harmful content without parental knowledge if the law is not enforced.
- The case highlights a conflict between protecting children and protecting free speech online.
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