While no sweeping collections changes were put into place, uncollectable fines and fees and jail credits were addressed by the 87th Texas Legislature, along with a bill that corrected unintended consequences from past collections-related legislation. Senate Bill 346 passed in 2019 presented several challenges, observed Jim Lehman, former collection program manager for the … [Read more...] about 87th Texas Legislature – Lawmakers Address Uncollectible Fees/Fines, Jail Credits
Century of Service: A Glimpse into the 1990s
In October 2022, 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 … [Read more...] about Century of Service: A Glimpse into the 1990s
88th Annual South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association Conference
June 13 - June 16 * Nueces County
The South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association members will convene in Nueces County June 13-June 16 for their 88th Annual Conference. This year’s education lineup includes an early bird session titled American Rescue Plan Act from 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Monday, June 13. Meeting Location, Host Hotel Conference activities will take place at the … [Read more...] about 88th Annual South Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association Conference
Unfunded Mandate Legislation
Past Efforts Lay Groundwork for Future Progress
During the Regular Session of the 82nd Texas Legislature, Rep. Burt R. Solomons filed House Joint Resolution 56 (HJR 56) calling for the prohibition of unfunded mandates. Oldham County Judge Don R. Allred was there in person to offer his applause. “This was an important piece of legislation for counties,” recalled Allred, a past president of the County Judges and … [Read more...] about Unfunded Mandate Legislation
Century of Service: Glimpse into the 1980s
In October 2022, 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 … [Read more...] about Century of Service: Glimpse into the 1980s