All meetings of the Sunset Commission are open to the public.
The Commission generally considers each agency under review during two public meetings. About a month after release of a Sunset staff report, the Commission discusses the report’s recommendations and takes testimony from the public. Any person is welcome to attend the public hearing and provide feedback on the staff recommendations or other issues relating to the agency. Please note, however, testimony about individual cases or appeals is generally not allowed. The Sunset Commission cannot override an agency’s decisions.
At least a month after the public hearing, the Sunset Commission meets again to vote on its recommendations to the full Legislature about an agency. No additional public testimony is taken at this second meeting.
Next Meeting
There are no upcoming meetings scheduled at this time.
Tentative Upcoming Meeting Dates
The tentative upcoming meeting information is provided for planning purposes only and is subject to change.
December 10, 2014
Hearing Public Testimony on:
(for documents, click on agency name)
Commission will make decisions on:
(for documents, click on agency name)
January 14, 2015
Hearing Public Testimony on:
(for documents, click on agency name)
No public testimony at this meeting
Commission will make decisions on:
(for documents, click on agency name)
Accommodations for People With Disabilities at Sunset Commission Meetings
For the Sunset process to reach its full potential, each Texan must be able to fully and equally participate in every phase of the Sunset review. If you have special needs or wish to request an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodation, please contact the Sunset ADA Coordinator at sunset@sunset.state.tx.us or call (512) 463-1300. Individuals with a hearing impairment may call 1-800-735-2989 for an operator's assistance in contacting the Sunset office.
Read more about Accommodations for People with Disabilities at Sunset Meetings.