Speaker Tom Craddick has assigned interim study charges to the committees of the House of Representatives. As these issues are set for public hearing, notice will be posted on the TAC list serves. County-related issues include the following: HOUSE COMMITTEE ON CIVIL PRACTICES Review the scope and extent of governmental immunity in contract disputes under the Texas Tort … [Read more...] about House Interim Study Charges
CJCAT
Message from the President
I look forward to serving you during the coming year and would like to thank everyone who made this possible. Serving as president of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas (CJCAT) is a great honor, and I take seriously my responsibility to carry out the duties of this office to the best of my ability. For those who may not know me personally, I am a county … [Read more...] about Message from the President
Message From the President
My term as your president will soon come to an end. It has been a great honor to serve you in this capacity the past year. I have met some wonderful people while traveling from conference to conference all over the state. Texas people are the warmest and friendliest in the world. I appreciate the way you have all rolled out the welcome mat when I visited to address the … [Read more...] about Message From the President
LEGISLATIVE REPORT
The following bills passed by the 79th Legislature will have a significant impact on Texas counties. The effective date for these bills or veto action by the governor is included. HB57 Denny, Jackson, Mike - Relating to the dates on which elections may be held. This bill eliminates all election dates except May and November. (10.01.05) HB129 Berman, Eltife - Relating to … [Read more...] about LEGISLATIVE REPORT
Legislation Addresses Regional Mobility Authorities
The 79th Legislature’s House Bill 2702 made several changes that will affect Texas’ Regional Mobility Authorities (RMAs). An RMA is a political subdivision formed by one or more counties to finance, acquire, design, construct, operate, maintain, expand or extend transportation projects. The project may be tolled or non-tolled. RMAs generate revenue for additional … [Read more...] about Legislation Addresses Regional Mobility Authorities