The bill, H.B. No. 2388, amends the definition of a "governmental body" under the Texas Government Code for the purposes of public information law. It introduces a new category of entities that qualify as governmental bodies, specifically including "a nonprofit state association or organization primarily composed of similarly situated political subdivisions." This addition expands the scope of what constitutes a governmental body, thereby increasing the transparency and accountability of such organizations in relation to public information requests.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the definition does not include certain entities, such as the judiciary and specific economic development entities that meet certain criteria regarding public funding and operational independence. The changes will apply only to requests for public information received on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 552.003 (Government Code 552)