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This bill enhances the review and audit processes for state agencies in Texas by introducing several key provisions. It defines a "regulatory agency" as a state executive branch entity with statewide authority that can grant, deny, or revoke licenses, and requires such agencies to proactively inform the public about ongoing performance reviews. The bill mandates that state agencies being reviewed must post notices on their websites about the review process and solicit public input, with regulatory agencies specifically required to notify licensees about public hearings. The Sunset Advisory Commission must now include more detailed analyses in its review reports, such as evaluating an agency's performance measures and their alignment with the agency's mission. Additionally, the bill establishes a new requirement for mandatory efficiency audits of all state agencies, to be conducted approximately four years before their scheduled sunset review. These audits will comprehensively assess agencies' resource usage, identify cost-saving opportunities, and examine the effectiveness and efficiency of state agency operations. The state auditor will oversee these audits, which must result in a public report with specific recommendations, and agencies will be required to submit an implementation plan explaining how they will address these recommendations. The bill aims to increase transparency, accountability, and performance of state agencies through these enhanced review and audit mechanisms.

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