Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Austin County Republican Party

Effective Date: February 2026

1. Introduction

The Austin County Republican Party (“ACTXGOP,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, secure, and protect your personal information in compliance with applicable Texas election laws and other relevant regulations.

By using our website, making a donation, signing up for communications, or engaging with us at events or activities, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information You Provide

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Postal address
  • Phone number
  • Donation information (amount, date, method, and transaction reference)
  • Volunteer preferences
  • Event registration details

ACTXGOP does not store full credit card numbers or full banking account numbers.

B. Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser and device type
  • Pages viewed and engagement data
  • Analytics data collected via cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Communicate about ACTXGOP events, campaigns, and activities
  • Send newsletters, alerts, and political updates
  • Process donations and issue receipts as required by Texas Ethics Commission (TEC) reporting rules
  • Administer volunteer participation and event registrations
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Respond to inquiries and requests

4. Donation-Specific Disclosure (Texas Election Law)

A. Use of Donations

Donations collected through the ACTXGOP website are used to support political activities, events, candidate support, and administrative functions consistent with our mission.

B. Compliance with Texas Law

ACTXGOP complies with the Texas Election Code and Texas Ethics Commission regulations, including:

  • Maintaining accurate contribution records
  • Issuing receipts containing contributor name, address, date, and amount
  • Reporting contributions and expenditures to the Texas Ethics Commission as required
  • Refusing contributions from prohibited sources, including foreign nationals

By making a donation, you represent that you are legally eligible to contribute under Texas law and that your funds are not prohibited by state or federal election regulations.

5. Communications Consent

By providing your contact information, you consent to receive:

  • Email newsletters
  • Event notifications
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Political messaging

You may opt out of emails by clicking “unsubscribe” in any email communication.

You may opt out of text messages by replying STOP where applicable.

Message and data rates may apply.

6. Information Sharing

ACTXGOP does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

We may share information:

  • With trusted service providers such as payment processors and analytics providers
  • When required by law or legal process
  • To protect our rights, safety, or property

Certain donor information may be disclosed in Texas Ethics Commission filings, which are public records under state law.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic.

You may disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.

8. Data Security

ACTXGOP implements administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information.

However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

9. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. ACTXGOP is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.

Revisions will be posted with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Austin County Republican Party (ACTXGOP)
Email: info@actxgop.com
Website: https://actxgop.com