It was year ago on March 11, 2021, that President Biden signed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act into law. The act set aside $5.7 billion in direct aid for Texas counties. In this episode, we look at the key points and questions associated with the American Rescue Plan.

County jails have become de facto mental health facilities for many Texans suffering a mental health crisis. In this episode, we look at one of the state's most pressing problems.

More than 1,000 Texas laws are based on a county's population. We explore an interactive tool TAC created to help counties find which population-bracketed laws apply to them. And we visit Chambers County, one of many Texas counties experiencing rapid growth.

Confused about Texas' new election law? Cameron County Elections Administrator Remi Garza walks listeners through the new rules and what they mean for Texas voters and counties.