S.B. No. 2711 amends the Texas Government Code by adding new requirements for governmental bodies regarding public information requests. Specifically, it introduces Subsection (e), which mandates that each governmental body must notify the attorney general by October 1 of each year about the mailing and electronic mail addresses designated for receiving written requests for public information. Additionally, Subsection (f) requires the attorney general to create and maintain a publicly accessible database on its website that includes the contact information provided by each governmental body for these requests.

The bill aims to enhance transparency and accessibility in the public information law by ensuring that citizens can easily find the appropriate contact information for submitting requests. The act will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote from both houses of the legislature; otherwise, it will become effective on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 552.234 (Government Code 552)