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Supreme Court lets Texas restrict minors’ access to app stores for the time being
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk Nina Totenberg, NPR, Grady Martin, NPR , as published by Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS)
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This move is related to the App Store Accountability Act, which mandates parental permission for minors to download most apps. In a recent development, the Supreme Court has allowed Texas to implement restrictions on minors' access to app stores.
In a recent development, the Supreme Court has allowed Texas to implement restrictions on minors' access to app stores. This move is related to the App Store Accountability Act, which mandates parental permission for minors to download most apps. The law is now in effect, despite ongoing lawsuits in lower courts.
Further details on the implications and potential outcomes of this decision are available from Houston Public Media. For more information on the App Store Accountability Act and its effects, readers can refer to the source for updates and additional context.
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Category: business Published: July 7, 2026 Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) Reading time: 1 min
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