News and Insight

What are the reporting requirements for economic development agreements?

September 22, 2022

 Legal Services 

If an appointed officer was bonded upon appointment, should that officer renew their bond with the other elected officials to be up on the regular schedule?

September 22, 2022

 Legal Services 

May the county assist with the costs of burial for an honorably discharged veteran?

August 23, 2022

 Legal Services 

May we sell the county's surplus or salvage property to another county without competitive bid or auction?

August 23, 2022

 Legal Services 

What are the deadlines the county needs to meet when setting the budget?

July 20, 2022

 Legal Services 

What authority does a county have over the unlawful restraint of dogs?

July 20, 2022

 Legal Services 

Is the county responsible for buying cowboy hats for sheriff's deputies?

June 20, 2022

 Legal Services 

What resources does TAC's Legal Department know about or provide to help county officials with election website requirements?

June 20, 2022

 Legal Services 

Where and when does a member of a commissioners court or a purchasing agent file a conflicts disclosure statement in a county?

June 20, 2022

 Legal Services 

How are public members of the salary grievance committee selected?

May 17, 2022

 Legal Services 

May a member of the public film an open meeting?

May 17, 2022

 Legal Services 

What are the limits on a public servant accepting honorarium? Are there any exceptions?

April 21, 2022

 Legal Services