Preservation of Texas’ historic county courthouses fared well in the 86th Legislative Session. The $25 million appropriation for the Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program (THCPP) Round XI grant cycle was the largest in 12 years. In addition, Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law Senate Bill 496 by Sen. Charles Perry and Rep. Andrew Murr. The bill amends … [Read More]
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Pretrial Intervention Program Fund
The Texas Attorney General has provided guidance on the proper use of the pretrial intervention program fund. Attorney General Opinion KP-0263 (2019) determined … [Read More]
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Back to School Basics
When it comes to county government, the learning never stops. Over the years, County Progress has continued to fill our backpack with a collection of educational … [Read More]
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Ector County Judge to Lead Freight Plan Committee
As a 37-year resident of Odessa and now Ector County’s chief administrative officer, County Judge Debi Hays is proud of the contribution the Permian Basin makes not only to the Lone Star State, … [Read More]
Mandated Mental Health Jail Inmate Interviews and Reports
For several years, the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas has supported legislative proposals to improve mental health programs. There have been some improvements in state funding. … [Read More]
Legislative Change: Open Meetings
House Bill 2840 passed by the 86th Texas Legislature amends current law relating to the right of a member of the public to address the governing body of a political subdivision at an open meeting of … [Read More]
