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The Safer Not Scared Weekly · November 3, 2026

Texas sues OpenAI, a UK report card on kids' safety, and where KOSA stands

Sources checked November 3, 2026Covers October 27, 2026 to November 3, 2026

We missed two Fridays, so this issue catches up on the biggest items since our last one. Texas joined the states suing the company behind ChatGPT, the UK regulator reported that its online safety rules have not yet cut what children see, and your state section covers what is happening where you live. The family step at the end takes about ten minutes.

U.S.: Texas sues OpenAI and its CEO over ChatGPT safety

state lawsuit filed · 2026-10-23

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sued OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, alleging the company marketed ChatGPT as safe while failing to protect Texans, including children. Texas is one of several states that have now sued OpenAI. These are allegations; nothing has been decided.

What we’re watching in Arkansas: Arkansas's OpenAI lawsuit, now one of several

state lawsuit pending · filed 2026-10-14

Arkansas's lawsuit against OpenAI, filed October 14, is still at an early stage. Texas filed a similar suit on October 23. These are allegations; no court has ruled.

What we’re watching in Indiana: Indiana's social media rules for teens start January 1

enacted law (Public Law 100, signed 2026-03-04) · takes effect 2027-01-01

Indiana's House Enrolled Act 1408 sets requirements and restrictions on adolescents' use of social media, including parental consent before children under 16 can open accounts on covered platforms. It takes effect January 1, 2027, about two months from now.

World: UK regulator: online safety rules have not yet reduced what children see

regulator report · 2026-10-22

Ofcom, the UK communications regulator, published its first report on content harmful to children. It found no significant change yet in how many children come across harmful content since the UK's children's safety rules took effect in July 2025. This is UK law, not U.S. law, but the same apps and feeds are used here.

This week’s family step: Ask which AI chatbots your child uses

Over dinner or in the car, ask which AI chatbots or companion apps they use, at home or at school, and what they use them for. Listen first before setting rules. Then look at one together and check its age setting. Our guide covers what these apps are, what to set, and how to talk about them.

Safer Not Scared: AI chatbots and companion apps

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