Texas SB520 establishes a priority system for state entities to consider public comments, prioritizing residents directly affected by the matter.

Texas SB520 amends the Government Code to require state governmental entities to adopt a policy implementing a priority system for public comments. First priority is given to comments from Texas residents directly affected by the matter. Second priority is for other Texas residents, third for Texas-based businesses and nonprofits, and fourth for out-of-state individuals and entities. Comments from the fourth priority group may be recorded but cannot influence pending business or cause delays. Entities must adopt the policy by December 31, 2025.

Texas SB520 establishes a priority system for state entities to consider public comments, prioritizing residents directly affected by the matter.

Texas SB520 amends the Government Code to require state governmental entities to adopt a policy implementing a priority system for public comments. First priority is given to comments from Texas residents directly affected by the matter. Second priority is for other Texas residents, third for Texas-based businesses and nonprofits, and fourth for out-of-state individuals and entities. Comments from the fourth priority group may be recorded but cannot influence pending business or cause delays. Entities must adopt the policy by December 31, 2025.