Texas Counties 101

Are election judges considered public officers?

February 22, 2022

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How does the county know if a vehicle has been permitted by the state to operate an overweight vehicle under Transportation Code §623.011 or §623.402?

January 19, 2022

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Can the county require bids or proposals to be submitted electronically only, or does the county have to accept hard copies?

January 19, 2022

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What constitutes an automatic resignation?

November 24, 2021

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Can the commissioners court permit public displays of fireworks during certain times and at certain locations?

November 24, 2021

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Does TAC's Legal Department have any resources to help counties with population-bracketed laws?

October 22, 2021

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What are the notification requirements when an individual’s sensitive personal information is exposed?

October 22, 2021

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May the county enter private property to remove litter?

September 21, 2021

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Is the county required to publish notice of the salary increase for a county judge when the increase is a result of a state supplement?

September 21, 2021

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Can the county purchase and install upgraded culverts on private drives?

August 18, 2021

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What is the process for enacting range restrictions?

August 18, 2021

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Is a salary grievance committee subject to the Open Meetings Act?

July 19, 2021

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