Month in Review: A Digest of Capitol News
December 15, 2023
Legislative Services Fourth special session ends with no deal on school vouchers. The number of lawmakers not seeking reelection reaches 16 in the Texas House.
Jefferson County Constable Chris Bates Named National Constable of the Year
December 15, 2023
Legislative Services Bates is the current president of the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association of Texas. He was also honored by his hometown of Port Arthur.
Voters Approve 13 of 14 Proposed Constitutional Amendments
December 15, 2023
Legislative Services Turnout highest since 2005 as voters give thumbs up to property tax relief and infrastructure spending but say no to raising mandatory retirement age for judges.
Tax Assessor-Collectors Attend V.G. Young Conference
December 15, 2023
Legislative Services Annual gathering offers county tax assessor-collectors and their staff members opportunities to expand their knowledge to meet the needs of all 254 counties.
Listen to Texas County Voice, TAC's Award-Winning Podcast
December 15, 2023
Legislative Services Get an insider's look at the people and issues shaping county government.
Selected Grant Opportunities for Texas Counties
December 15, 2023
Legislative Services Many state and federal grant opportunities are available to Texas counties. Here is a select number open to applicants.
December 15, 2023
Legislative Services Recent Attorney General opinions and requests for opinions of interest to counties.
December 15, 2023
Legislative Services A selected list of recent county-relevant news articles.
Month in Review: A Digest of What Happened This Month at the Capitol
October 27, 2023
Legislative Services Third special session addresses education, border security and more; another name is added to the list of state representatives not seeking reelection to the Texas House.
SB 22 Rules Available for Review and Comment
October 27, 2023
Legislative Services The Legislature allocated $330.8 million for rural law enforcement with Senate Bill 22. The comment period on the proposed rules is open until Nov. 12.
Support Veterans With Operation Green Light
October 27, 2023
Legislative Services NACo initiative asks counties to show their appreciation for veterans by lighting their buildings green in November. Here's how you can participate.
County Auditors Gather for Annual Conference
October 27, 2023
Legislative Services Eastland County's Loretta Key is sworn in as new president at annual meeting of Texas Association of County Auditors.