Texas Public Information Report for LLC and PLLC Owners: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to File It
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You think you’ve gotten through tax season…and then Texas throws one more form your way: the Public Information Report (PIR), formerly tangled up in the Franchise Tax No Tax Due Report.
If you’re wondering: Didn’t I already do this? or Wait, what even is this? - you’re definitely not alone. Below, I’ve broken down what you need to know, what’s changed, and how to stay compliant without losing your patience (or your business).
What is the Public Information Report (PIR)?
It’s a yearly filing due to the Texas Comptroller.
It's not a tax return, but it’s tied to the old “No Tax Due Report.”
Think of it like a public directory: you’re confirming who owns your business and where folks can find you if they need to send you important things.
Why LLC and PLLC Owners Should Care
Missing this report can get your business forfeited by the state.
Even if your CPA files your tax return, you (or your registered agent) might still be responsible for the PIR. However, many tax preparers and registered agents do file this for you, so check with them first, or search your business here to see if they have one on file for you already.
It’s public, so make sure your info is correct (and not your home address if you value your privacy).
Who Needs to File This?
Texas PLLCs and LLCs
Anyone who formed a legal entity in Texas (not sole proprietors or 1099 clinicians with no PLLC)
You, if you got that “Tax Return Due Date Reminder” email from the Comptroller
Pro Tip:
If you’re not sure if this applies to you—check your business entity status on the Texas Franchise Tax Account Status Search.
What's Changed?
Previously, filing the No Tax Due Report handled this. That report went away in 2024 for folks generating less than $2.47 million in revenue (which…probably applies to you if you’re reading this 😁).
As of 2024 onward, you still may not owe taxes, but you do need to submit the PIR.
Deadline:
🗓️ May 15 every year.
How to File:
You can file online or by mail.
If you’ve never used the Comptroller Webfile system, you’ll need your taxpayer number and Webfile number. The state comptroller mails these to you between February and April.
If you can’t find your letter, search here to get your taxpayer number and email webfilehelp@cpa.texas.gov to request your Webfile number. You can also call the Comptroller’s Office at 800-252-1381 to request it. They may need to mail you a letter with your information, especially if you are a first-time filer and they cannot verify you over the phone.
If you’re close to the deadline, you may wish to file by mail instead. Make sure it is postmarked by the deadline. You can find that form here.
Steps to File Online (easy peasy, click by click):
Choose “WebFile / eSystems Login”
If you have logged in to this website before, enter your user ID and password and skip to step 10. If you’ve never logged in to this website before, click Create Profile.
Follow the prompts and verify your email address.
Log in with your user ID and password.
Click + Assign Tax/Fees.
Enter your taxpayer number and click Continue.
Next to Franchise Tax, click Assign. Enter the Webfile number and select + Assign. Select Submit Changes.
Read and select I agree, then select Continue.
Click the name of your business.
Click File a Public/Ownership Information Report and select Continue.
Select Annual and Continue.
Verify or update your mailing address (this is public) and select Continue.
Principal Office is where you put the physical location of your business. You can enter your business name or a DBA, and put the physical address of your business.
Double-check or enter ownership info. Consult your Operating Agreement or the person who helped you create your entity for this information.
If you created your LLC/PLLC yourself and you are the sole owner, your title is likely Managing Member, and you are likely not a Director - that is typically for corporations. There is also likely no need to enter a term expiration date.
If your LLC owns another entity/corporation/LLC, verify or enter that info under Owned Entity(s).
If your LLC is owned by another entity/corporation/LLC, verify or enter that info under Owned By, Corporation.
Verify the information for the Registered Agent on file with the state. You can find this information here if you aren’t sure.
Read and check the declaration, click continue, verify you’ve entered things correctly, then click submit.
Pat yourself on the back. You did the thing! It wasn’t so bad, right?
Now What?
You’re off the hook for another year. Bookmark this page for next year, or join my email list to get a reminder, as well as other tips, support, and news.
Want more support on things like this for your business, with an opportunity to work alongside other like-minded business owners? Join the interest list to be the first to hear details about my upcoming Bookkeeping Support Circle Membership - launching this fall!
By the way, if we haven’t met yet, I’m Sara, a bookkeeper and therapy practice owner. I am passionate about helping other therapists and small business owners feel more clarity and less stress when it comes to their business finances. Find out more about me and my approach at our website, littlefrogfinancial.com.
Last updated May 6, 2025.