The Texas Ethics Commission provides a variety of services related to the laws administered. Currently, the Commission is charged with administering the following laws:

(1) Title 15 of the Texas Election Code, governing political contributions and expenditures, and political advertising;

(2) Chapter 305, Texas Government Code, relating to lobbyist registration and activities;

(3) Chapter 572, Texas Government Code, regarding personal financial disclosure and conduct of state officers and employees;

(4) Chapter 302, Texas Government Code, concerning the election of the Speaker of the House of Representatives;

(5) Chapter 303, Texas Government Code concerning the governor for a day and speaker’s reunion day ceremonies;

(6) Chapter 2004, Texas Government Code, concerning representation before state agencies; and

(7) Chapter 159, Local Government Code, concerning judges of statutory county courts or probate courts who elect to file a financial statement with the Commission.

The commission serves as a repository for reports that are required by these laws; it serves as a resource for interpretation of these laws.

The Attorney General is the lawyer for the people of Texas and is charged by the Texas Constitution to; defend the laws and the Constitution of the State of Texas, represent the State in litigation and approve public bond issues.

The Secretary serves as Chief Election Officer for Texas, assisting county election officials and ensuring the uniform application and interpretation of election laws throughout Texas.

Hidalgo County Elections Information:
Precinct Maps
Elections times & locations
Election Returns
Sample Ballots