Relating to compliance with the public information law, including establishment of an open records hotline to provide information about the requirements of the public information law.
SB 1294 establishes a toll-free open records hotline operated by the Texas Attorney General to help the public understand and navigate public information law requirements when requesting government records. It also creates a formal complaint process for individuals who believe a government body failed to provide requested records, requiring written complaints with supporting documentation. The Attorney General must review these complaints within 20 business days and issue written responses to both the complainant and the government body. The bill directly affects Texas residents seeking public records, local and state government agencies required to comply with the law, and the Attorney General's office, which administers the hotline and complaint system.
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Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 14, 2025
Last action Feb 28, 2025
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Feb 28, 2025
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