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Real County Centennial Finale

February 1, 2014 by Christi Stark

From County Progress Editor Julie Anderson: Some two years ago, on Jan. 26, 2012, to be exact, Real County Judge Garry Merritt emailed County Progress about the Real County Centennial, to take place April 6, 2013. “Well, that’s 14 months away,” I thought. “Surely the judge just made a typo!” I did not want to be impolite, but I had to ask: “Do you mean April 2012, as … [Read more...] about Real County Centennial Finale

158 Counties Receive $6 Million in Tobacco Money

July 1, 2013 by Christi Stark

The Tobacco Settlement Permanent Trust Account Investment Advisory Committee approved $50 million for the year 2013 tobacco settlement distribution, the same as the previous year’s amount. According to the distribution report published by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), 158 counties received just under $6 million in reimbursements. Under the terms of a … [Read more...] about 158 Counties Receive $6 Million in Tobacco Money

Officially Speaking: Lessons Learned from the Real County Centennial

April 26, 2013 by Christi Stark

The Real County Centennial Celebration has been one of the most enjoyable, worthwhile, and rewarding experiences I have had as a county official. Milestone events like county centennials and sesquicentennials are important occasions, and I am thankful that I was the county judge during our centennial year. Here are three things that we did to help make our Centennial … [Read more...] about Officially Speaking: Lessons Learned from the Real County Centennial

Real County Centennial Countdown: Happy 100th Birthday!

April 26, 2013 by Christi Stark

For the last year, County Progress has followed the Real County Centennial Countdown. We’ve enjoyed getting to know members of the Centennial Steering Committee as they’ve showcased the county’s rich heritage via special events including reunions, dedications, unveiling of historical markers, prayer breakfast, and fashion show spotlighting the area’s Angora goat mohair … [Read more...] about Real County Centennial Countdown: Happy 100th Birthday!

Real County Centennial Countdown – March 2013

March 26, 2013 by Christi Stark

As part of our Real County Centennial Countdown, each month County Progress will check in with the Real County Centennial Steering Committee. With one month left to go until the official 100th, the committee continues its quest to make permanent contributions in honor of the county’s founding. “From the beginning we’ve been interested in efforts that would yield a lasting … [Read more...] about Real County Centennial Countdown – March 2013

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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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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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