Several important bills have been filed affecting county government. Since bills are often amended, please check the current version before contacting your senator and representative to support or oppose these bills. Good Bills HB129 by Rep. Berman - Allows sheriff to use inmate labor on non-profit projects approved by commissioners court. HB132 by Rep. Hilderbran … [Read more...] about County Legislation Filed
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From the President
Welcome to all of the county judges and commissioners who have taken their oath of office for the first term in January. It is an exciting time when new officials come on board and join the county family. Most of you are a little nervous about your new tasks, but that is to be expected. It takes some time to just find the restroom, much less get your feet on solid … [Read more...] about From the President
Legislative Updates
Monday, Nov. 8, 2004 Prefiling of legislation for the 79th Legislature begins. [House Rule 8, Sec. 7, and Senate Rule 7.04(a)] Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005 (1st day) 79th Legislature convenes at noon. [Government Code, Sec. 301.001] Friday, March 11, 2005 (60th day) Deadline for filing bills and joint resolutions other than local bills, emergency appropriations, and bills that … [Read more...] about Legislative Updates
Appraisal Caps and Revenue Caps, Same Song Next Verse
As the legislative session begins, a familiar issue looms like a dark cloud on the county horizon. Governor Perry has again endorsed appraisal caps and revenue caps to restrict revenue sources of local governments. Appraisal caps place a 5 percent limit on the annual increase in property values. Some proposals are limited to residential homesteads; others would apply to … [Read more...] about Appraisal Caps and Revenue Caps, Same Song Next Verse
From the President
We hope all of you had a safe, joyful, wonderful, holiday season celebrating Christmas and welcoming in the New Year with your families and friends. As we attempt to relax from the holiday season, it is time to plan for the challenges and opportunities that face our counties, state and nation. There will be many newly elected county officials in the courthouse across the … [Read more...] about From the President