TAC - February

Early Savings Available for 2022 TAC Legislative Conference

February 24, 2022| Legislative News

Early registration is underway for the Texas Association of Counties' 2022 Legislative Conference, set for Aug. 24-26 in Austin.

Sheriffs Discuss Mental Health Crisis With Lt. Gov. Patrick

February 24, 2022| Legislative News

The Sheriffs’ Association of Texas hosted Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick for a regional sheriffs’ breakfast in Amarillo on Feb. 16.

Secretary of State Provides Guidance on Senate Bill 1

February 24, 2022| Legislative News

The Texas Secretary of State's office has provided guidance to county election officials in the implementation of the voting changes included in Senate Bill 1. The advisories address emergency ballot procedures, changes to early voting and mail-in ballot applications, among other topics.

U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $1.5 Billion in RAISE Grants

February 24, 2022| Legislative News

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) is accepting applications through April 14 for projects under the $1.5 billion in RAISE discretionary grants, which were created under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act.

Broadband Development Office Schedules Stops on Statewide Listening Tour

February 24, 2022| Legislative News

The Texas Broadband Development Office (BDO), which is tasked with developing the state’s first comprehensive broadband plan to help close the digital divide in Texas, has announced the first stop on a planned listening tour across the state.

2022 TAC Salary Survey Off to a Good Start

February 24, 2022| Legislative News

More than 90 counties have already replied to our annual TAC Salary Survey, making for a very good start to the year.

Listen to TAC's 'Texas County Voice' Podcast

February 24, 2022| Legislative News

The Texas Association of Counties launched its first podcast, "Texas County Voice," in January to highlight the people and issues important to Texas counties.