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Feature Story

CJCAT Resolutions Lay Foundation for Legislative Platform  

January 16, 2023 by Sarah L

    On Oct. 5, 2022, the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas (CJCAT) unanimously passed a slate of resolutions covering crucial county issues including unfunded mandates, revenue caps, and local option revenue sources. Commissioners Court members from across the Lone Star State voted on each resolution during the Association’s Business Meeting.        “At … [Read more...] about CJCAT Resolutions Lay Foundation for Legislative Platform  

Tax Assessor-Collector: Roles and Responsibilities 

January 9, 2023 by Sarah L

“As elected officials, we all have to work together. It’s important that the county tax assessor-collector take time to nurture good relations with members of the Commissioners Court. Remember, they’re responsible for approving your budget.” Bruce Stidham Grayson County Tax Assessor-Collector, President, Tax Assessor-Collector’s Association of Texas    Tax assessor-collectors … [Read more...] about Tax Assessor-Collector: Roles and Responsibilities 

Welcome To County Government 

January 3, 2023 by Sarah L

Congratulations to our 79 newly elected County Judges and 172 newly elected County Commissioners! 

County Progress Magazine recently asked Calhoun County Commissioner David Hall to reflect on his five-plus years in office.       “Being a County Commissioner is nothing like I’ve ever done before. It is a special calling that comes from the love one has for his/her   community and a passion to help and serve others,” Hall shared. “I feel that I am truly blessed to have had … [Read more...] about Welcome To County Government 

Sample Rules of Procedure, Conduct, and Decorum at Meetings of the County Commissioners Court

January 1, 2023 by Sarah L

Editor’s Note: These rules are a sample set developed by the general counsel of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas. Unless required by statute, the rules may be personalized to reflect the preferences of your Commissioners Court. For example, Rule V pertaining to the Judge Pro Tem suggests the senior member; your Commissioners Court may choose to designate another member as Judge Pro Tem.

I. All Regular, Special, Emergency, and Executive Session Meetings of the ____________ County Commissioners Court will be called and conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Texas Open Meetings Act, Chapter 551, Government Code. II. Regular, Special, and Emergency Meetings of the ____________ County Commissioners Court are open to the public and to representatives … [Read more...] about Sample Rules of Procedure, Conduct, and Decorum at Meetings of the County Commissioners Court

Words of Widsom with Mason County Judge Jerry Bearden

December 12, 2022 by Sarah L

Mason County Judge Jerry Bearden took office Jan. 1, 2003. As you look back on your years of service, what are some of the most valuable lessons you learned? I learned very quickly that as the County Judge elected by the citizens of your county, you are a public servant responsible for the duties of your office. Always treat everyone fairly and justly, don’t show … [Read more...] about Words of Widsom with Mason County Judge Jerry Bearden

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Dates of Interest for the 88th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature

Official deadlines will be set when the House and Senate adopt their rules, but until then, the Texas Legislative Council Drafting Manual provides the following general calendar: 

Bill pre-filing began:  Nov. 14, 2022 

1st day of session:  Jan. 10, 2023 

60-day bill filing deadline:  March 10, 2023  

Adjournment sine die:  May 29, 2023 

Post-session 20-day deadline for governor to sign or veto:  June 18, 2023 

Effective date (91st day after adjournment):  Aug. 28, 2023

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Resolutions

Unfunded Mandate Resolution

The latest resolutions passed by the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas and the three Regional Associations are available at the links below.

County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas Resolutions 2022

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South Texas Resolutions 2022

West Texas Resolutions 2022

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