Notary Public (F-21)
Original Implementation: Unpublished
Last Revision: October 12, 2009
It is the responsibility of each vice president to ensure 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:
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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 a notary commission, if it is a renewal.
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Complete and sign the special application on the SORM Web site for state employees who will not be providing a notary bond.
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Read and complete the "State Employee Notary Acknowledgment form" on the SORM Web site.
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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.
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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 Procurement and Property Services.
Cross Reference: Tex. Gov’t Code §§ 406.001-.055
Responsible for Implementation: President
Contact for Revision: President
Forms: Special Application, State Employee Notary Acknowledgement Form