Who must approve new records schedules?

• A. The Auditor of Public Accounts
• B. The Texas State Library and Archives Commission
• C. The Office of Court Administration
• D. The State Comptroller

Answer: (B)

Records schedules set out how long records must be kept and when they can be destroyed, and they must be approved by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. This agency acts as the state's central authority on records management, ensuring retention periods meet legal requirements and that records are preserved appropriately across all agencies and local governments. Without their approval, a new or revised schedule isn’t officially in effect, which could lead to improper disposal or compliance issues. The other offices listed don’t have the authority to approve retention schedules: the Auditor of Public Accounts conducts audits, the Office of Court Administration handles court operations, and the State Comptroller focuses on fiscal matters.