Appointment & QualificationsTexas Notary Examination • 2026 Edition
Under Texas Senate Bill 693 (effective January 1, 2026), what mandatory requirement must individuals complete prior to receiving a Texas Notary Public commission?
AServe a 6-month apprenticeship under a licensed attorney
BObtain a bachelor's degree in legal studies
CComplete an approved notary education course through the SOS Notary PortalCorrect Answer
DPass a written bar examination
Official 2026 Statutory Legal Analysis
Effective January 1, 2026, pursuant to SB 693, Texas requires all notary applicants to complete an official notary education course accessed exclusively through the Texas Secretary of State (SOS) Notary Portal. Options A, C, and D are not statutory requirements under Texas law.
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