July 27, 2020|
Legislative News
County officials should prepare for a difficult legislative session as the state grapples with a looming budget crisis. With so many unknowns such as the evolving COVID-19 pandemic, declining sales tax revenue and doubts regarding the future of oil and gas prices, budget writers will have their hands full.
July 27, 2020|
Legislative News
As of July 21, 15 counties had completed the 2020 Unfunded Mandates Survey.
July 27, 2020|
Legislative News
To protect the health and safety of attendees, the Justices of the Peace & Constables Association of Texas (JPCA) took its 76th annual conference online last month. The association was one of the first organizations to move to a virtual platform, and the conference proved to be a success.
July 27, 2020|
Legislative News
Since June, Texas has continued to see an increase in the number of daily coronavirus cases, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The department tracks confirmed case counts by county, and the information is available on the DSHS dashboard.
July 27, 2020|
Legislative News
TAC staff continues to monitor the 5% reduction plan laid out by state leadership that directs state agencies and institutions of higher education to identify savings to offset state revenue losses due to the pandemic and declining oil prices.
July 27, 2020|
Legislative News
As Texas began to shut down, tax offices were faced with tough decisions about how to operate safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tax assessor-collectors quickly examined the situation and made decisions based on the needs in their counties. Some tax offices closed completely to the public, continuing to process mail-in and online submissions, and others offered drive-through options where possible.
July 27, 2020|
Legislative News
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) recently adopted agency rules for the issuance and usage of digital license plates. During the 86th Legislature, House Bill 1711 as filed by Rep. Chris Paddie, R-Marshall, allowed digital license plates to be used in lieu of regular plates on vehicles.
July 27, 2020|
Legislative News
TAC’s 2020 Legislative Conference, set for Aug. 26-28, will help county officials and staff prepare for and become engaged in the upcoming 87th session of the Texas Legislature.
July 27, 2020|
Legislative News
TAC has highlighted recent attorney general opinions and requests for opinions of interest to counties.
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