Texas Public Official Bond
Overview
Texas taxpayers depend on their elected State Tax Assessor/Collector to handle public funds with integrity and accountability. This bond is the financial guarantee that backs that trust — if the officeholder misappropriates funds, fails to remit taxes, or otherwise breaches the duties of the office, the bond stands ready to make the public whole. Posting this bond is a condition of taking office in Texas, not an option.
Who Needs This Bond?
If you have been elected or appointed as a State Tax Assessor/Collector in Texas, this bond is required before you can lawfully assume your duties. You are the principal on this bond, and your obligation is to every taxpayer and government entity in the jurisdiction you serve. No bond means no oath, and no oath means no office.
What is this Bond For?
Public funds move through the Tax Assessor/Collector's office every day — property tax collections, vehicle registrations, and other assessments flow directly under your authority. This bond protects the state, local taxing entities, and the taxpaying public from financial harm caused by misconduct, negligence, or failure to perform your statutory duties. It is a guarantee that your term will be backed by real financial accountability.
When is it Required?
Your bond must be in place at the moment you take your oath of office — it cannot follow behind. Each new term of office, whether following re-election or a fresh appointment, triggers a new bond requirement. Do not assume a previously issued bond carries forward; a new term means a new obligation, and you must secure the bond before the oath is administered.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond is a statewide Texas requirement governing the office of the State Tax Assessor/Collector. It applies across Texas jurisdictions where the position exists and is enforceable under Texas law for the duration of the officeholder's term. There is no local-only carve-out — the requirement follows the office, wherever it sits in the state.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' and the secure surety portal will open in a new tab, where you can complete your application and get your bond issued quickly. The process is fully online — no waiting on a callback, no paper forms to fax, no delays before you can take your oath. Complete the application, receive your bond documentation, and meet your statutory requirement.
Why Bond Titan?
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