Texas HB4991 mandates training for public officials and attorneys on open meetings and public information laws.

HB4991 amends the Texas Government Code to require public officials and attorneys to complete specific training on open meetings and public information laws. Public officials may designate a public information coordinator to fulfill their training requirements, but this does not exempt the official from their own obligations. Attorneys assisting public officials or governmental bodies must complete their training within ten days of being employed or engaged. Officials who have not previously completed the training must do so by January 1, 2026. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4991 mandates training for public officials and attorneys on open meetings and public information laws.

HB4991 amends the Texas Government Code to require public officials and attorneys to complete specific training on open meetings and public information laws. Public officials may designate a public information coordinator to fulfill their training requirements, but this does not exempt the official from their own obligations. Attorneys assisting public officials or governmental bodies must complete their training within ten days of being employed or engaged. Officials who have not previously completed the training must do so by January 1, 2026. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.