Legislative Services

The Texas Association of Counties' podcast, Texas County Voice, brings listeners conversations with local leaders on the issues shaping Texas counties. The latest episode features an interview with Jackson County Judge Jill Sklar.

Judge Sklar discusses the challenges Jackson County faced after a cyberattack in 2019, the lessons learned by her and other county officials, and the critical importance of staying current with technology and cybersecurity measures.

Recent episodes also include conversations with McLennan County Tax Assessor-Collector Randy Riggs, who provides insights on upcoming legislative changes affecting vehicle registrations and new license plates, Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai, Llano County Judge Ron Cunningham and Lampasas County Judge Randy Hoyer. These leaders discuss how actions by Congress and the Legislature affect counties and local taxpayers, highlighting the crucial role of effective governance in navigating challenges and driving positive change at the local level.

Tune in to Texas County Voice to hear the voices that shape the Lone Star State, one county at a time. Listen here.