Texas Charges for Records Requests are established by the Texas Public Information Act, which requires governmental bodies to provide access to public records. These charges cover the costs associated with collecting, reproducing, and delivering public records. They may include personnel costs, such as labor for searching and retrieving records, as well as copying costs. Charges may vary depending on the type of record requested and the amount of time needed to fulfill the request. The three main types of Texas Charges for Records Requests are: 1. Labor Charges: This covers the cost of personnel time associated with locating, retrieving, reviewing, and redacting records. 2. Reproduction Charges: This covers the cost of creating paper or digital copies of records. 3. Delivery Charges: This covers the cost of delivering records, such as postage or courier fees.