06/02/2026
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson today announced her plans to depart the agency effective Friday, July 17.
“It has been an honor to serve the people of Texas in this role,” Secretary Nelson said. “My time as Secretary came at an important moment for Texas, and I am proud of what we have been able to accomplish as an agency in under four years.”
Learn more about achievements of the Office of the Texas Secretary of State during Secretary Nelson's tenure in the full press release here: bit.ly/4x5xLnk
06/02/2026
Texas is moving at the speed of business. You can now receive same-day and next-day turnaround times with Texas Express, the state’s official expedited business filings service.
05/27/2026
Secretary of State Jane Nelson is at election central monitoring the primary runoff election returns. Another successful election is complete because of the poll workers, county election officials and the elections team at the Office of the Secretary of State who kept this election secure.
After voting locations close today, election results will begin to be posted here: bit.ly/4qLmLZa
05/25/2026
The Office of the Texas Secretary of State honors those who lost their lives serving our nation. Texas remembers those who gave everything for our freedom.
05/22/2026
Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson today reminded eligible voters that Election Day for primary runoff elections is Tuesday, May 26, and encouraged Texans to prepare for the polls.
05/21/2026
The Office of the Texas Secretary of State will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. SOS Direct and SOS Upload will remain available.
05/20/2026
The Office of the Texas Secretary of State takes pride in Texas' business economy. With Texas Express, you can now receive expedited service for critical filings.