In October, the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas will conduct its 100th Annual State Conference. Texas County Judges and Commissioners, known for their servant leadership, have joined together for a century to not only educate themselves as required by law, but to also learn and grow from one another’s experiences. As the Official Publication of the … [Read more...] about Century of Service: Glimpse Into 100 Years of CJCAT
The New Age of Jury Selection
We have come a long way from spinning a jury wheel to pick a jury! Today, we find more and more counties are pre-qualifying jurors electronically. Jurors have the option to complete their questionnaires online and choose an excuse or disqualification from the comforts of their home, thus saving counties hundreds, in some instances, thousands of dollars on appearance … [Read more...] about The New Age of Jury Selection
County and District Clerks’ Association of Texas
Unlocking Your Potential Within the Association, Your County, and Yourself
“Change is the only constant in life” is my office motto and a well-known way of life in a typical clerk’s office. Every two years, laws are passed during the legislative session that can change the way we run our offices. As we enter the 128th year of the County & District Clerks’ Association of Texas (CDCAT), we find ourselves in a year of uncertainty. In 2020, … [Read more...] about County and District Clerks’ Association of Texas
Highlights From Corpus Christi
Contact, Connect, Communicate
From the opening session through the final day, officials at the South Texas Conference were encouraged to strengthen their connections both at home and in Austin, whether it be visiting with their elections administrator to discuss challenges or calling on lawmakers to address proposed legislation. “Do not underestimate how important you are in steering this … [Read more...] about Highlights From Corpus Christi
Texas Broadband Initiative
State Grant Development Process Underway
87th Texas Legislature’s House Bill 5 Authored by Rep. Trent Ashby, H.B. 5 was signed by the governor on June 15, 2021. The bill established the Broadband Development Office within the Office of the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. This office was charged with creating a Broadband Development Program to award grants, low-interest loans, and other financial incentives to … [Read more...] about Texas Broadband Initiative