Texas Mini-TCPA (SB 140) — SMS Now Covered (Effective Sept 1, 2025)

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Changes to Texas Legislation

Texas has amended Chapter 302 to include

text messages

. If you send marketing SMS

to Texas residents

or

from Texas

, you may need to

register with the Texas SOS

,

post a bond

, and adhere to additional regulations. Please be aware that penalties and exposure to private lawsuits will increase after

1st September 2025

.

Recommended Actions

– “Sellers” and “telephone solicitors” sending marketing SMS:

  • TO

    Texas residents (regardless of your location), or

  • FROM

    a Texas location (regardless of whom you message)

Steps to Take in Clixio (Before 1st September 2025)

  1. Review your audience & location

    (ensure you know if recipients are in TX or if you are sending from TX).

  2. Segment wisely

    (consider excluding TX numbers if you do not plan to register—this does not apply if your location is in TX).

  3. Strengthen consent

    (ensure provable opt-in).

  4. Enable “Texas Mode” safeguards

    (as demonstrated in the Loom): verify registration, confirm consent, ensure DND is off, and send only

    8am–9pm recipient local time

    .

  5. Consult legal counsel

    regarding exemptions and registration.

Legal Note

This document is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult your attorney.