TX SB2782

Requires the Texas Ethics Commission to establish rules mandating that commission staff and respondents agree to a discovery control plan before conducting discovery on sworn complaints

Discovery control plans must be approved by the commission before discovery begins and must comply with Texas Rules of Civil Procedure

The commission will determine the appropriate level of discovery under Rule 190 of the Texas Rules of Civil Procedure based on the category of violation alleged in the complaint

Discovery control plans must establish specific discovery limits and deadlines for completing the discovery process

Plans must include a deadline by which the commission must either propose a settlement agreement to the respondent or dismiss the complaint

Effective date: September 1, 2025