Government Code 2252, 84th and 85th Legislative Sessions By Narita Holmes Government Procurement and Compliance Consultant Former Ector County Purchasing Agent During the 84th Legislative Session (2015), despite concerns expressed by local government officials and procurement professionals, House Bill 1295 was passed and signed into law. The bill added Section 2252.908 to … [Read more...] about Disclosure of Interested Parties by Persons Contracting with Governmental Entities
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Procurement and the 85th Texas Legislative Session
By Narita Holmes Government Procurement and Compliance Consultant Former Ector County Purchasing Agent As we review the actions completed by the 85th Texas Legislature, there are several bills of note for Texas counties. Some of these will impact the specifications for related products or services. (H.B. = House Bill; S.B.= Senate Bill) H.B. 89 – Prohibits contracts with … [Read more...] about Procurement and the 85th Texas Legislative Session
Public Health, Employee Health – Denton County Prioritizes Wellness
Proactive Approach Public Health, Employee Health – Denton County Prioritizes Wellness By Julie Anderson Editor When it comes to “going the extra mile,” Denton County takes the phrase both figuratively and literally. In fact, Denton County issues a pointed challenge to its community every year in preparation for a special activity: The Denton County Dash is … [Read more...] about Public Health, Employee Health – Denton County Prioritizes Wellness
The County Government Revenue Stream
What We Can Learn From Our Friends in the Sunshine State By Julie Anderson Editor Consider the following visionary declarations taken directly from the websites of two of our nation’s counties: MISSION STATEMENT: The purpose of ______________ County government is to be responsive to citizens in providing an appropriate level of accessible … [Read more...] about The County Government Revenue Stream
Wichita County Indigent Defense Costs Rise 202 Percent Since 2001
By Claire Kowalick Times Record News The Fair Defense Act of 2001 provided substantial improvement to the indigent defense system in Texas, but a vast majority of mandated expenses continue to fall on individual counties. Data from the Texas Indigent Defense Commission (TIDC) shows that in the past 15 years, indigent defense spending in Wichita County – the money to … [Read more...] about Wichita County Indigent Defense Costs Rise 202 Percent Since 2001