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Can I use third-party payment processors on my website in Texas? What are the requirements?

Based on the documents provided, it appears that there are no specific requirements in Texas regarding the use of third-party payment processors on a website. However, if a person or business is making payments to a state agency in Texas, they may be required to use an approved means of electronic funds transfer (EFT) as specified in 34 TXAC 15.2 [2.3] and 34 TXAC 15.21 [2.4].

If a person is required to make payments to a state agency using EFT, they must use TexNet, the State of Texas Financial Network, and may choose any of the following TexNet payment options as an approved means of EFT: ACH debit/direct entry, ACH debit/indirect entry, or ACH credit with addenda record(s) in CCD+ or CTX format [2.3].

Additionally, a state agency may adopt rules under this chapter that require a person to make payments by EFT using TexNet. The rules under this chapter also apply to all persons who are subject to such adopted state agency rules [2.5].

It is important to note that if a person is making payments to a state agency in Texas, they must transmit accurate payment information to ensure proper credit of the payment to the state agency receiving payment [4.1]. If a person follows the procedures set out to electronically transfer payment to a state agency, but the payment is not received by the comptroller, a person must produce proof of an attempt to timely transfer payment within 30 days following the attempted payment [2.2].

In summary, there are no specific requirements in Texas regarding the use of third-party payment processors on a website. However, if a person or business is making payments to a state agency in Texas, they may be required to use an approved means of electronic funds transfer (EFT) as specified in 34 TXAC 15.2 [2.3] and 34 TXAC 15.21 [2.4].

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