What consent is required for AI Voice in Texas?

Texas has a mini-TCPA (Tex. Bus. & Com. Code Ch. 302 & Ch. 304) that imposes stricter consent rules than federal TCPA. Prior express written consent is generally required.

What are the calling hour restrictions in Texas?

Texas restricts telemarketing calls to 09:00:00–21:00:00 local time.

What is the penalty per violation in Texas?

Up to $500 per violation (or $1,500 for willful violations). Private right of action available.

Is registration required to telemarket in Texas?

Yes — Texas requires telemarketer registration before placing calls.

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Texas Telecom Compliance Guide

Telecom Compliance Reference — Updated September 2025

Mini-TCPA State — High Risk

Calling Hours

9:00 AM–9:00 PM

Min Penalty

$500

Registration

Required

Overview Calling Hours Consent Registration DNC Compliance DNC Registry Enforcement Case Law Legislation

Texas AI Voice Compliance

AI-generated voice agent compliance rules in Texas

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Mini-TCPA State — Tex. Bus. & Com. Code Ch. 302 & Ch. 304

Texas has enacted a state-level TCPA that goes beyond federal requirements. Federal compliance alone is not enough for AI Voice operations here.

Consent Requirements

Consent LevelPrior Express

Checkbox ConsentValid

StatuteTex. Bus. & Com. Code § 302.001(1); Ch. 304; HB 149 (TRAIGA)

AI voice is the highest-risk channel in Texas. AI voice agents are ADADs under § 302.001(1) by definition — they deliver synthesized voice messages without live operators. Full Ch. 302 registration and Ch. 304 compliance required. Starting January 2026, TRAIGA adds AI-specific obligations. FTC rules require AI voice to disclose its artificial nature at call start. The DTPA private right of action (post-SB 140) means each unauthorized AI voice call to a Texas consumer is a potential lawsuit with treble damages. Three overlapping regulatory regimes — Ch. 302/304, TRAIGA, and federal TCPA/FTC rules — make AI voice in Texas the most complex compliance environment after Florida.

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Calling Rules

Calling Hours9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Stricter than federal 8AM–9PM

RegistrationRequired

Penalty / Violation$500

Willful Violation$1,500

Private Right of ActionYES

AI Voice Compliance Checklist

01Disclose AI nature at start of call — many states require this

02Obtain prior express consent before using AI voice

03Honor opt-out during the call immediately

04Check if state's ATDS definition covers AI voice dialers

05Apply same calling-hours rules as live agents

06Scrub DNC lists before each campaign

07Maintain call records and consent documentation

08Register as telemarketer if state requires

09Ensure AI cannot misrepresent itself as human

10Check for state-specific AI disclosure mandates

This checklist covers common requirements. State-specific rules may vary. Confirm with legal counsel for high-volume campaigns.

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This is a compliance reference tool, not legal advice. Data compiled from public statutes, LegiScan, CourtListener, state AG offices, and AI-assisted analysis. Verify all information with qualified counsel before relying on it. Full terms & data sources →