Texas Government Code - GOV'T § 2054.259. General Powers and Duties of Department

(1) develop policies related to operation of the project;

(2) approve or disapprove services to be provided by the project;

(3) operate and promote the project;

(4) oversee contract performance for the project;

(5) comply with department financial requirements;

(6) oversee money generated for the operation and expansion of the project;

(7) develop project pricing policies, including policies regarding any fees that a state agency, including the department  1, or a local government may charge for a transaction that uses the project;

(8) evaluate participation in the project to determine if performance efficiencies or other benefits and opportunities are gained through project implementation; and

(9) perform periodic security audits of the operational facilities of the project.