Office of the Texas Secretary of State

Texas Express, our expedited business filings unit, sprang into action to help process key business filing transactions to support SpaceX's historic IPO.

Texas is an economic juggernaut, and we are elevating our game here at the Office of the Texas Secretary of State to move at the speed of business. Since the program rolled out less than a year ago, we have processed more than 2,200 same-day and next-day business filings. I am so proud of our team!

We are for multiple positions are open at the Office of the Texas Secretary of State.

If you are interested in joining our team, learn more here: bit.ly/4klTDTQ

Ahead of Flag Day on June 14, we are highlighting a special room in the Office of the Texas Secretary of State. 🇺🇸

The flag room, located in our Capitol office, is where we keep and display flags from around the world representing the many international partnerships of Texas. Of course, the Texas flag and the Stars and Stripes have the places of honor.

As the Chief International Protocol Officer of Texas, Secretary of State Jane Nelson extends a warm Texas welcome to all of our national teams and their fans.

Stay safe, enjoy the matches and go Team USA! 🇺🇸

Ambassador Miloslav Stašek visited Deputy Secretary of State Dave Nelson today to say farewell to Texas before returning to the Czech Republic. Texas is home to the largest Czech community in the U.S., and we take pride in our strong collaboration with the Czech Republic.

Thank you for your partnership, Ambassador Stašek, and best wishes in your new role. 🇨🇿

In 2025, the number of businesses created in Texas increased by more than 10%. It is now easier than ever to file your business with the Office of the Texas Secretary of State by utilizing Texas Express. Texas Express offers expedited turnaround times for business filings and formations.

Deputy Secretary of State Dave Nelson delivered remarks at the FIFA World Cup kickoff gala in Houston sponsored by the Consular Corps of Houston.

Texas will host more World Cup games than any other state, and our office looks forward to welcoming visitors from around the globe and showcasing our Texas hospitality.

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

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.