With over 5,000 bills currently filed, the legislative session will definitely include numerous bills with significant effect on counties. Bills often undergo major changes as they progress through the committee and floor process. To receive timely updates on significant bills, please monitor the Texas Association of Counties listserv. Under Section 5, Article III, Texas … [Read more...] about Significant Legislation – 89th Texas Legislature
Legislature
89th Texas Legislature
Mental Health Funding, Unfunded Mandates Among Key County Concerns
The 89th Session of the Texas Legislature began on Jan. 14, meaning state senators and representatives are now settling in and scheduling hearings. With that said, the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas (CJCAT or Association) and its Legislative Committee have been prepping for months, studying the Association’s legislative platform and combing through filed … [Read more...] about 89th Texas Legislature
89th Texas Legislature
Upon taking their oaths of office, a slate of newly elected officials will join their veteran colleagues in a state-county partnership designed by the Texas Constitution. The March issue of County Progress Magazine will be dedicated to the newest members of Commissioners Court and will feature our special County Government 101 Section. Since Texas Legislature will already be in … [Read more...] about 89th Texas Legislature
Comptroller Releases 2024-25 Biennial Revenue Estimate
Some $194.57 Billion Available For General Spending
In late October 2023, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar (the Comptroller) announced the release of the Biennial Revenue Estimate, or the Certification Revenue Estimate (CRE), for the fiscal 2024-25 biennium. Before each regular legislative session, the Comptroller's office issues a Biennial Revenue Estimate (BRE) that estimates how much revenue will be available for spending in … [Read more...] about Comptroller Releases 2024-25 Biennial Revenue Estimate
Legislative Alert May 26, 2023
Commissioners Court Members: The Regular Session enters its final weekend with several important issues remaining, including property tax relief and school vouchers. While the deadline for consideration of individual bills has passed, conference committees continue to meet to resolve differences in the House and Senate versions. Additionally, the House of Representatives is … [Read more...] about Legislative Alert May 26, 2023