Gov. Abbott has yet to publicly declare his position, but his office said the legislation would be “thoughtfully reviewed,” emphasizing that “safety and online privacy for Texas children remains a priority”

Apple CEO urges Texas governor to veto child safety bill

By News on the Net -- CatholicVote——Bio and Archives--May 28, 2025

Apple CEO Tim Cook has stepped into Texas politics, reportedly making a personal appeal to Gov. Greg Abbott in a behind-the-scenes effort to derail a child safety bill that would overhaul how app stores handle minors’ accounts.

The legislation, which passed with overwhelming bipartisan support, would make Texas the largest state to adopt a law requiring app stores to verify the age of device users and tie minors’ app access to parental approval. ---More...

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