Month in Review: A Digest of Capitol News
January 26, 2024
Legislative Services The new year sees 30 laws take effect, the application period opens for rural law enforcement grants and elections are right around the corner.
Listen to Texas County Voice, TAC's Award-Winning Podcast
January 26, 2024
Legislative Services Listen to Texas County Voice, TAC's Award-Winning Podcast
January 26, 2024
Legislative Services Biennial survey provides compensation data for elected and appointed officials and promotes transparency and informed decision-making.
January 26, 2024
Legislative Services The National Association of Counties and local partners outline concerns with the U.S. Treasury’s proposal amending the definition of "obligation" under ARPA.
Broadband Development Office Shifts Strategy
January 26, 2024
Legislative Services Texas BDO opts for National Broadband Map to ensure greater accuracy and align with federal initiatives.
HHSC to Launch $100 Million Grant Program for Mental Health Facilities
January 26, 2024
Legislative Services Counties face a 30-day window to respond. The one-time opportunity requires a local match based on county population.
Selected Grant Opportunities for Texas Counties
January 26, 2024
Legislative Services Many state and federal grant opportunities are available to Texas counties. Here is a select number open to applicants.
Registration Now Open for 2024 Legislative Conference
January 26, 2024
Legislative Services Make plans to join us in Austin on Aug. 28-30. Discounted sign-up rates available.
District, County Attorneys Welcome New Board
January 26, 2024
Legislative Services Leadership for 2024 includes Yoakum County DA Bill Helwig and Kaufman County DA Erleigh Norville Wiley. Association adds final legislative update session.
January 26, 2024
Legislative Services Recent Attorney General opinions and requests for opinions of interest to counties.
January 26, 2024
Legislative Services A selected list of recent county-relevant news articles.