For over 98 years, the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas has provided important services to the members of our Commissioners Courts including educational, legal, administrative, and legislative services. During each legislative session, the CJCAT analyzes the 7,000 introduced bills, identifies the several hundred that directly affect counties, provides … [Read more...] about State Association Legislative Activity Threatened
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Educated Perspective
Former County Judge Highlights Importance of Oil and Gas Industry
As we close the doors on a year dominated by the global pandemic, we move into a legislative session that will be overshadowed by COVID’s impact and continued threat. Budgetary impacts and establishing appropriate health protocols will make it very difficult to advocate for local interests. It is in times like these that Texans lean on our resourcefulness and focus on … [Read more...] about Educated Perspective
Legislative Session Begins
For the first time in over 100 years, the Texas Legislature will convene during a worldwide pandemic. While health concerns will affect the proceedings, the legislature will consider many bills that affect county government. With limited access to the Texas Capitol, county officials must use all available means to communicate with legislators. We will continue to post … [Read more...] about Legislative Session Begins
Happy New Year!
Time to Set Those County Resolutions
Get educated. Do more with less. Make a difference. Serve. Improve communities. Each of these is synonymous with a resolution. Tis the season to renew these commitments or lend thought to new goals and priorities, whether personal or professional. When it comes to Commissioners Court, the list practically creates itself. Fulfill My Mandated Duties As a part of the State … [Read more...] about Happy New Year!
Rebirth of Senate Bill 29 and its Proposal to Silence Local Officials
Misleading the public with the message that tax dollars are being wasted on associations and the hiring of legal representation.
Some legislators and private interest lobbyists are going to attempt to pass laws to silence local officials during the next session. Most of our large cities hire lobbyists to keep them informed on the effects of proposed bills on local decision-making. Our counties and smaller cities are represented by nonprofit associations and are being caught up in the mix. The legislative … [Read more...] about Rebirth of Senate Bill 29 and its Proposal to Silence Local Officials