Is there any way Texas Governor Rick Perry can help expedite this?
Probably not, but TX AG Greg Abbott probably can expedite this process.
The Open Records Division also provides an Open Government Hotline, staffed by investigators who specialize in both the Public Information Act and the Open Meetings Act. These investigators can answer questions regarding these laws and can help resolve disputes involving the open government laws. However, the Hotline cannot provide legal advice to private citizens or governmental entities. The Hotline can be reached at (512) 478-OPEN (6736) or toll-free at (877) OPEN TEX (673-6839).
The Open Meetings Act and the Public Information Act are codified at chapters 551 and 552, respectively, of the Government Code.
Frequently Asked Questions What types of records are subject to the Public Information Act?
Any information collected, assembled, or maintained by or for a governmental body is subject to the Public Information Act. The format (paper, electronic, microfilm, etc.) of the record does not affect its status as a public record.
Texas has a pretty liberal FOIA policy. And TX AG, Greg Abbott (R) is likely to rule in favor of Rep. DeLay.