(a) A contract entered into in violation of Sections 2254.029 through 2254.031 is void.
(b) A contract entered into with a private consultant who did not comply with § 2254.033 is void.

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Terms Used In Texas Government Code 2254.034

  • Comptroller: means the state comptroller of public accounts. See Texas Government Code 312.011
  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Obligation: An order placed, contract awarded, service received, or similar transaction during a given period that will require payments during the same or a future period.

(c) If a contract is void under this section:
(1) the comptroller may not draw a warrant or transmit money to satisfy an obligation under the contract; and
(2) a state agency may not make any payment under the contract with state or federal money or money held in or outside the state treasury.
(d) This section applies to all consulting services contracts, including renewals, amendments, and extensions of consulting services contracts.