The Texas Public Information Act (TPIA) gives individuals the right to request access to public information. Public information refers to information that is written, provided, collected, assembled, or maintained under a law or ordinance or in connection with the transaction of official business. The TPIA does not require Austin ISD to create new documents, answer questions, or perform legal research. For more information about the Texas Public Information Act, visit the Texas Attorney General website or browse the Public Information Act Handbook.