Senate (SENATE) Profile

The Texas Senate serves as the upper chamber of the state legislature, responsible for debating, amending, and approving legislation, confirming gubernatorial appointments, and shaping statewide policy. The Senate works through committees and floor action to develop and refine state laws.

Senate Agency Profile – GovExperts
AGENCY HEAD
Patsy Spaw — Secretary of the Senate

2026–27 State Appropriations


CategoryFY 2026FY 2027
Total (All Funds)$50,827,698$55,063,340
General Revenue$50,827,698$55,063,340
GR – Dedicated$0$0
Federal Funds$0$0
Other Funds$0$0
Number of FTEs——

Legislative Oversight Committees


These committees exercise budgetary and policy oversight of the Senate

Committee NameLink
House AppropriationsView
Senate AdministrationView
Senate FinanceView

Additional Agency Resources


Senate RulesAgency Expenditures
No Separate Procurement Listing
Open Meetings

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