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Texas County Progress

The Official Publication of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas

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Legislative Session Begins

January 18, 2021 by Sarah L

For the first time in over 100 years, the Texas Legislature will convene during a worldwide pandemic. While health concerns will affect the proceedings, the legislature will consider many bills that affect county government. With limited access to the Texas Capitol, county officials must use all available means to communicate with legislators. We will continue to post … [Read more...] about Legislative Session Begins

Recognizing the Importance of Education

October 1, 2020 by Sarah L

During its 98 years of existence, the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas has implemented several services to meet the needs of members of Commissioners Courts including communication through our excellent magazine, County Progress, legal advice through the CJCAT general counsel, and legislative representation through the state officers and legislative … [Read more...] about Recognizing the Importance of Education

Preparing for an Unusual Legislative Session

September 1, 2020 by Sarah L

At this time in even-numbered years, legislative committees are usually conducting interim hearings to receive testimony, analyze issues, and prepare reports and draft legislation for the upcoming legislative session. These interim activities provide a valuable opportunity for county officials to educate legislators and staff on the effects of potential legislation on their … [Read more...] about Preparing for an Unusual Legislative Session

Senate Bill 2: County Budgets During A Pandemic

July 1, 2020 by Sarah L

By early March, it was clear that 2020 would be a challenging year for county budgets. Revenue caps and radical procedural changes imposed by the legislature require new procedures and a steep learning curve. The catastrophic decline in oil industry activity and production will force a massive shift in the local tax burden in many counties. Then, the COVID-19 epidemic struck, … [Read more...] about Senate Bill 2: County Budgets During A Pandemic

Fine and Fee Collection

June 8, 2020 by Sarah L

Challenging Times Call for Examination of Revenue Sources

     Throughout 2019, local governments dependent upon the property tax carefully followed the progress of Senate Bill 2, passed by the 86th Texas Legislature and signed by the governor last June. Property taxes are the primary funding source for Texas counties, and S.B. 2 reduces this funding potential. “Maximizing additional revenue sources will be essential,” said Jim … [Read more...] about Fine and Fee Collection

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