May

State Budget Outlook for the 2022-23 Biennium

May 29, 2020| Legislative News

Driven by the COVID-19 pandemic and a dramatic decline in oil prices, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Glenn Hegar warns of a revenue shortfall of billions of dollars for the 2022-23 state biennial budget.

Election Officials Await Court Decisions

May 29, 2020| Legislative News

There have been many developments in the world of elections as county election officials await the outcome of the pending cases in state and federal courts on the question of whether voting by mail is authorized for any voter who fears exposure to COVID-19 in lieu of voting in person.

Another Wave of Business Openings

May 29, 2020| Legislative News

Gov. Abbott announced his second phase to reopen Texas businesses, Executive Order GA-21, in a news conference May 18.

Keeping the Courts Safe and Efficient: An Update on the Judiciary

May 29, 2020| Legislative News

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, courts remain operational with some technological adjustments. To efficiently serve their constituents, judges are holding virtual hearings and video magistration more frequently.

Counties Eligible Now for Federal Coronavirus Relief Funds

May 29, 2020| Legislative News

Texas counties with populations fewer than 500,000 are eligible to apply for a share of $1.85 billion in federal funding available through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act.

TAC Publishes County Official Salaries

May 29, 2020| Legislative News

Results from the 2020 TAC Salary Survey are now available. In addition to the online PDF report, a MS workbook is available with base salary data for all surveyed offices, including salary ranges for county commissioners, constables and justices of the peace.

Disaster Preparedness During the Pandemic

May 29, 2020| Legislative News

Hurricane season officially starts June 1. As summer begins, counties are preparing for hurricanes, wildfires and other disasters.

Virtual Senate Bill 2 and County Budget Training

May 29, 2020| Legislative News

TAC recently worked with the VG Young Institute of County Government to offer virtual training on Senate Bill 2, by Sen. Paul Bettencourt (R-Houston), and the county budgeting process.

Luncheons with Legislators Go Virtual

May 29, 2020| Legislative News

In the past, at the request of local county officials, TAC has hosted luncheons with state and congressional lawmakers across Texas.

Additional Federal Relief for Local Governments Remains Uncertain

May 29, 2020| Legislative News

While negotiations in Washington, D.C., continue, additional direct federal relief for local governments remains uncertain.

AG Opinions and Requests

May 29, 2020| Legislative News

TAC has highlighted recent Attorney General Opinions and Requests for Opinions of interest to counties.


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