Texas Lawmakers Consider Age Verification for App Store Users

Texas is considering a new law that would require app stores like Apple's and Google's to make sure users are old enough to use certain apps.

If a user is under 18, their parents would need to give permission before they can download apps or buy things within them.

This is because many people worry about how social media and apps affect kids' mental health.

Some companies, like Apple and Google, have different ideas about how to do this, but they agree that kids' safety is important.

The law is awaiting approval after passing in both houses of the Texas legislature.