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Campaign finance agencies in Texas
In Texas, there is one primary agency involved in statewide campaign finance regulation: the Texas Ethics Commission.
- See also: Campaign finance requirements in Texas
Authority
The Texas Ethics Commission was created on November 5, 1991, by an amendment to the state constitution. The agency is responsible for the filing of campaign finance reports and enforcement of Title 15 of the Texas Election Code, which is concerned with political contributions and finances.[1]
Organization
The Texas Ethics Commission consists of eight members. Members are appointed to four-year terms. Four are appointed by the governor, two by the lieutenant governor, and two by the speaker of the Texas House of Representatives.[2]
Electronic reporting system
The Texas Ethics Commission hosts an online filing system for candidates, PACs, lobbyists, and parties. The filed reports can be accessed here.
Contact information
Texas Ethics Commission
- P. O. Box 12070
- Austin, TX 78711-2070
- Telephone: 512-463-5800
- Email: openrecords@ethics.state.tx.us
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