Texas Counties 101

May an elected official vote on the pay raise of a relative who retained their job due to the continuous employment exception?

June 27, 2023

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Fireworks Use Restrictions

May 15, 2023

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What regulatory authority does the county have related to particular types of gathering?​

May 15, 2023

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May the county refuse to enter into a contract with a person indebted to the country?

April 20, 2023

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Does the county have to fulfill redundant open records requests from a requestor?

April 20, 2023

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Where may the commissioners court meet if the posted location is unavailable due to an emergency?

March 16, 2023

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May the commissioners court charge a fee for cutting a road for cable installation, utilities, or other purposes?

March 16, 2023

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Is there an exception to the nepotism rules for a tenured employee?

March 16, 2023

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What are the requirements for someone to establish a family cemetery on their own property?

February 23, 2023

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What can the county do when an elected official resigns before another can be appointed?

February 23, 2023

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May the county judge refuse to put an item on the agenda?

January 17, 2023

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Is there a requirement to appoint the candidate who came in second in the most recent election for the office to fill a vacancy?

January 17, 2023

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