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This bill modifies the Texas Public Information Law by requiring governmental bodies to provide their mailing and electronic mail addresses to the attorney general annually by October 1st, specifically for receiving public information requests. The attorney general will be responsible for creating and maintaining a publicly accessible online database that lists these contact addresses for each governmental body. This transparency measure aims to make it easier for citizens to know exactly where and how to submit requests for public information, ensuring that each governmental body has a clear, centralized point of contact. The bill would take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature, or otherwise will become effective on September 1, 2025. By mandating this address reporting and creating a centralized database, the bill seeks to enhance public access to government information and streamline the process of submitting public information requests.

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