May 7

Week in Review: A Digest of What Happened This Week at the Capitol

May 07, 2021| Legislative News

The Senate broke the seal on weekend work early this session with committee work on redistricting, but neither full chamber has yet convened on a day beginning with “S.” The House has tentative plans to meet tomorrow, although with future weekend work all but definite, that may well change as members look to a last repose this Mother’s Day weekend.

Bills on the Move

May 07, 2021| Legislative News

TAC Legislative Services staff will highlight important county-related bills on the move that have had either committee or floor activity in the House and Senate during the week. While this list does not include every county-related bill, it does provide an overview of some recent significant legislative actions.

Priority Bail Reform Legislation Update

May 07, 2021| Legislative News

Bail reform is a top priority for both the House and Senate as Senate Bill 21 by Sen. Joan Huffman (R-Houston) and House Bill 20 by Rep. Andrew Murr (R-Junction) have passed their respective chambers.

TAC Legislative Conference Goes Hybrid

May 07, 2021| Legislative News

In response to your feedback, we have transformed the TAC Legislative Conference, scheduled for Sept. 1-3, into a hybrid event. We hear you and understand the demand to expand our services and offer multiple ways for you to connect with us. 

Unable to Attend This Week's Tuesday Morning Breakfast? Here's What Happened

May 07, 2021| Legislative News

Changing state election law has been a major, and controversial, issue this legislative session. This week's virtual breakfast meeting began with Williamson County Elections Administrator Chris Davis alerting participants to House Bill 3276 by Rep. Tan Parker (R-Flower Mound).

AG Opinions and Requests

May 07, 2021| Legislative News

This week, the activities of the 87th Texas Legislature continued with committee hearings and both chambers convening. Here are a few news articles on the week’s happenings.

What We're Reading

May 07, 2021| Legislative News

This week, the activities of the 87th Texas Legislature continued with committee hearings and both chambers convening. Here are a few news articles on the week’s happenings.


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