Sunset Advisory Commission
Mechanism for improving the efficiency of state government in Texas, eliminating waste, and preventing fraud and abuse.
Impeachment in Texas
Process for removing senior officials in cases of corruption or misconduct
Texas Ethics Commission
Purpose and Duties The Texas Ethics Commission is a state agency that maintains records of financial disclosures by…
Public Information
What is considered public information in Texas? Which government documents do the public have the right to access?
Legislative Budget Board
Agency guides key spending decisions and provides fiscal ove
Texas Commission on Judicial Conduct
Overview The Texas Commission on Judicial Conduct is an independent state agency responsible for investigating allegations of judicial…
Texas Commission on Jail Standards
Overview The Texas Commission on Jail Standards is a regulatory agency responsible for monitoring compliance with state laws…
Texas State Auditor’s Office
The Texas State Auditor’s Office (SAO) is a state agency tasked with investigating financial improprieties, including accounting errors,…
Texas Open Meetings Act
Government bodies in Texas like city councils and school boards must open their meetings to the public