SB 919

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SB 919 enhances the Texas Public Information Act by establishing stricter deadlines for governmental bodies responding to public information requests. The bill requires a governmental entity to notify the requestor within 10 business days if no responsive information is found. It also introduces a complaint process through the Attorney General’s office if agencies fail to respond timely, with penalties including mandatory training for public information officers​.
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Judith Zaffirini
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