Jim Allison Honored by AgriLife Extension The Texas AgriLife Extension Service presented its prestigious 2012 Extension Partnership Award to James P. Allison, general counsel for the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas, in early Feb. “Each year, my office honors those partners whose dedicated collaboration and support have most significantly enhanced … [Read more...] about CJCAT General Counsel Receives Prestigious Award
In the News in April
North & East Texas Angelina County received $5,000 in federal funds to supplement its emergency food and shelter programs. The county also refinanced bonds dating back to 2001 used to build a jail and sheriff’s office to save $1.9 million. Bowie County Commissioners Court approved agreements with volunteer fire departments in New Boston, Wake Village, Redwater and … [Read more...] about In the News in April
Education Requirements for County Judges and Commissioners
Education Requirements for County Judges and Commissioners KEY QUESTION: What are the education requirements for County Judges and County Commissioners? MAIN REFERENCE POINT: v Judges: Texas Government Code Sections 56.006 and 74.025. The State of Texas delegated to the Court of Criminal Appeals the authority to establish the rules of judicial education. These rules … [Read more...] about Education Requirements for County Judges and Commissioners
From the Association President
Happy April! As you may know, April is National County Government Month, and this year’s theme is “Healthy Counties, Healthy Families.” Many counties are preparing for different activities throughout the month to help raise awareness of county government services and functions. Our county will host a County Appreciation Luncheon and Service Awards Ceremony for our … [Read more...] about From the Association President
From the General Counsel
Senate Interim Committee Charges Lt. Gov. Dewhurst has issued assignments for Senate interim committee studies. After conducting public hearings, the committees will prepare recommendations for the next legislative session. Due to the delayed primary, this process lags behind the normal schedule. However, public hearings will begin soon. We will post notice of … [Read more...] about From the General Counsel