Municipal AI Governance Review for Texas Cities

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Core governance

Start with the statewide baseline requirements applicable to Texas cities.

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QUESTION 01Rule-based

Has the city adopted DIR's AI Code of Ethics?

Adopting the state code under 1 TAC § 219.11 is separate from adopting a general AI acceptable-use policy. Gov't Code § 2054.702(c); 1 TAC § 219.11 ↗

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QUESTION 02Rule-based

Has an employee been designated as the city's AI Risk Officer?

The role can be assigned to an existing employee. The rule does not require a new full-time position. 1 TAC § 219.21(a) ↗

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QUESTION 03Rule-based

Does the city have a process to identify and inventory heightened-scrutiny AI?

The rule requires a process to identify and inventory qualifying systems; a broader inventory of ordinary AI tools is also useful. 1 TAC § 219.21(b) ↗

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QUESTION 04Rule-based

Did covered employees and officials complete annual certified AI awareness training?

For local government, covered employees and elected or appointed officials generally must have access to a government system or database and use a computer for at least 25% of their required duties. Check DIR's guidance for exceptions. Gov't Code § 2054.5191; DIR guidance ↗

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QUESTION 05Rule-based

Did the city submit its annual training certification to DIR by August 31?

DIR uses a combined cybersecurity and AI compliance certification. Cities maintain individual completion records and do not upload each employee's certificate. Gov't Code § 2054.5191; DIR reporting guidance ↗

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Core governance

From a checklist to an adopted city process.