Texas Department of Economic Development
www.tded.state.tx.us

The Department of Economic Development is responsible for assisting Texas communities and businesses in developing and encouraging economic development. In addition to information on various programs offered in and by the state, the site includes a Business Resources section offering both technical and financial assistance including AGuide to Texas Business Licenses and Permits and Business Start-up Information.

Offices
1700 North Congress Avenue
Suite 1146
Austin, TX 78711
(800) 888-0511

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Texas Secretary of State
www.sos.state.tx.us

The Secretary of State is responsible for registering and regulating Business and Non-profit Corporations in Texas. This site includes information on incorporation and filing of proper forms. Most of the forms required for incorporation are available for downloading.

Offices
1019 Brazos
Austin, TX 78701
(800) 648-9642

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Texas Comptrollers Office
www.window.state.tx.us

The Comptroller of Public Accounts is responsible for regulating and collecting state taxes. The site includes information and formsfor obtaining sales tax permits and filing sales taxes. The site also contains informative areas about starting and conducting a business in Texas.

Offices
111 East 17th Street
Austin, TX 78774
(800) 252-5555