Texas Statutes
Subchapter B. Powers and Duties of Secretary of State
Section 702.051. Administrative and Rulemaking Authority

Sec. 702.051. ADMINISTRATIVE AND RULEMAKING AUTHORITY. (a) The secretary of state shall administer this chapter.
(b) In administering this chapter, the secretary of state shall:
(1) adopt rules;
(2) issue administrative orders; and
(3) take action necessary to ensure compliance with this chapter.
Acts 1999, 76th Leg., ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1999.