Texas is preparing to establish its own Department of Government Efficiency after Senate Bill 14 cleared both chambers of the state legislature. The initiative, modeled after broader reform efforts, is designed to reduce bureaucratic complexity and increase transparency in state governance.
The proposed law calls for the creation of a Texas Regulatory Office within the governor’s office. This new body would be responsible for reviewing state agency rules, eliminating outdated or excessive regulations, and ensuring all new mandates are justified by cost-benefit analysis. It also aims to make regulations easier to understand by requiring agencies to use plain language and reduce unnecessary paperwork and fees.
An advisory council made up of private-sector leaders, researchers, and agency representatives would guide the office’s work, helping ensure a balance between oversight and operational efficiency.
Another key provision would give courts more authority to question how state agencies interpret and enforce regulations—marking a shift toward stronger judicial review.
Governor Greg Abbott has not yet announced his decision on signing the bill. If approved, Texas would become one of the few states with a formal structure dedicated to streamlining government processes and regulatory reform.