Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) Profile

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation licenses and regulates a broad range of occupations, trades, and industries to protect public health, safety, and consumer welfare. The department plays a central role in supporting compliance for regulated professions.

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Agency Profile – GovExperts
AGENCY HEAD
Courtney Arbour — Executive Director

2026–27 State Appropriations


CategoryFY 2026FY 2027
Total (All Funds)$394,120,079$415,639,297
General Revenue$65,077,769$64,502,725
GR – Dedicated$321,184,564$343,278,826
Federal Funds$0$0
Other Funds$7,857,746$7,857,746
Number of FTEs937.2937.2

Legislative Oversight Committees


These committees exercise budgetary and policy oversight of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation

Committee NameLink
House Licensing and Administrative ProceduresView
House AppropriationsView
Senate Business and CommerceView
Senate FinanceView

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