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    Across the state, 254 counties serve the needs of more than 28 million Texans.

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    AG Opinions and Requests

    February 23, 2024

     Legislative Services  Recent Attorney General opinions and requests for opinions of interest to counties.

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    What We're Reading

    February 23, 2024

     Legislative Services  A selected list of recent county-relevant news articles.

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    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.

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    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

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    2024 TAC Salary Survey Begins

    January 26, 2024

     Legislative Services  Biennial survey provides compensation data for elected and appointed officials and promotes transparency and informed decision-making.

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    D.C. Watch

    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    AG Opinions and Requests

    January 26, 2024

     Legislative Services  Recent Attorney General opinions and requests for opinions of interest to counties.

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