‘TxDOGE’ Bill Signing Set for Today

April 23, 2025 – Governor Greg Abbott is set to sign Senate Bill 14 today at the Texas Capitol, officially establishing the Texas Department of Government Efficiency (TxDOGE). This new office aims to streamline state regulations, eliminate unnecessary rules, and enhance overall government efficiency.

The bill, authored by Senator Phil King and supported by Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, passed the Texas House with a 97-51 vote and the Senate with a 26-5 vote. The legislation was inspired by the federal Department of Government Efficiency, created under the Trump administration, and seeks to implement similar strategies at the state level.

The new DOGE office will coordinate with both public and private sectors to advance Texas’ competitive edge in its designated area. An advisory panel, comprising regulated business owners, researchers, state agencies, and the public, will work with the governor to streamline processes. Additionally, the office plans to establish an easily accessible online portal for the public to look up state regulations.

Business leaders, including Jeff Burdett, Texas State Director of the National Federation of Independent Business, and Glenn Hamer, President and CEO of the Texas Association of Business, are expected to attend the signing ceremony. Governor Abbott is anticipated to deliver remarks highlighting the significance of the new office for the state’s future growth and leadership.

The DOGE office is scheduled to begin operations on September 1, 2025. It will work alongside the existing House Committee on Delivery of Government Efficiency, which has been analyzing efficiencies in the state’s government since its first meeting on March 5.

The establishment of the Texas DOGE office represents a significant step toward enhancing government efficiency and reducing regulatory burdens in the state.