A study assessed the equality of women managers in 11 of the largest state agencies in Texas. It also investigated the perceptions of men and women managers concerning a variety of work related issues in Texas state government. A stratified random sample of 25 percent of all managers was drawn, and 1,844 responses, representing a 55.5% response rate, were analyzed. Results addressed perceptual differences of male and female managers regarding job characteristics, communication in the organization, outcome factors, development needs, and demographics. Findings revealed fewer female managers overall and significantly fewer females in middle and top management positions. Although female managers felt their job objectives were clear and in writing, they indicated they receive more information from the grapevine than they prefer, and they do not receive sufficient downward and upward communication through channels. Female managers were less satisfied with their participation in decision making and chances for advancement, and they did not feel they received sufficient management training before assuming their job responsibilities. (Appendixes include a list of 21 references and 6 data tables.) (YLB)