Notary Public (F-21)
Original Implementation: Unpublished
Last Revision: October 19, 2006
It is the responsibility of each vice president to insure that a sufficient number of public notaries are present, as needed to conduct University business, in each major University division. University funds may be used to purchase the necessary supplies.
Application process:
1. Obtain written approval from the appropriate vice president to apply for a notary commission without bond. This should be done no earlier than 90 days before the expiration of your notary commission, if it is a renewal.
2. Complete and sign the special application on the SORM website for state employees who will not be providing a notary bond.
3.Read and complete the "State Employee Notary Acknowledgment form" on the SORM website.
4. Send completed application and acknowledgement forms, along with proof of employment in the form of payment of the fee, directly to the State Office of Risk Management at the address shown on the application.
5. Upon receipt of the notary certificate, Notary Public Commission, issued by the Secretary of State, obtain all required supplies (notary seal or stamp, notary public record book, etc.) through Purchasing.
Source of Authority: Texas Government Code, sec. 406.001 et seq.; President
Cross Reference: None
Contact for Revision: President
Forms: Special Application, State Employee Notary Acknowledgement Form