Our one page quick reference guides are developed with the goal of supporting government records management programs in the State of Texas. If you have a records management topic you would like to see covered in a one page guide, email slrminfo@tsl.texas.gov and let us know. We are working hard to create new guidance for current and emerging challenges in records and information management.

Disposition Quick Reference (PDF)

• Do I need to dispose of records?
• How should I conduct disposition?
• How can I incorporate disposition into my workflow?
• When should I not dispose of a record?

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Email Records Quick Reference (PDF)

• Are emails considered government records?
• How long do I keep email?
• How do I classify my emails using the Three-Step Drill?

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Imaging & Scanning Quick Reference (PDF)

• Is imaging right for the records?
• How do I practice quality control?
• Can I destroy paper records after scanning them?
• Do I need to document the destruction of paper originals?
• Practice Four Main Principles: Authenticity, Integrity, Reliability, Usability

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Local Government Compliance Quick Reference (PDF)

• What is compliance with the LGRA?
• How can local government achieve compliance?
• Which forms need to be submitted to TSLAC?

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Social Media Records Quick Reference (PDF)

• Are social media posts considered government records?
• How long should state and local governments retain social media records?
• How do I classify social media posts using the Three-Step Drill?

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