TAC Legislative Services Director Caroline Love joins Texas County Voice to preview the 2025 Texas legislative session. Tune in to explore key county issues and discover the resources TAC offers to keep county officials informed and prepared.

Travis County Commissioner Ann Howard joins Texas County Voice to discuss homelessness and mental health challenges in Central Texas. She shares insights on supportive housing, Travis County's jail diversion program and creating sustainable change. Don't miss this compelling conversation.

In this episode of Texas County Voice, Matagorda County Judge Bobby Seiferman discusses his county's innovative youth leadership program – a 2024 County Best Practices Award recipient from the Texas Association of Counties. Learn how this program is inspiring high school students through hands-on experiences in local government, health care and other sectors, equipping them with the skills and vision to shape the future of Matagorda County.

In this episode of Texas County Voice, Hays County Elections Administrator Jennifer Doinoff discusses the meticulous preparations behind fair and secure elections. Don't miss this peek into the electoral process.

Join us for an insightful "fireside chat" as Yoakum County Commissioner Tim Addison and Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis discuss the shared challenges faced by urban and rural counties. Together, they explore strategies for building partnerships that foster stronger counties and a stronger Texas. Don't miss this engaging conversation.

In this episode of Texas County Voice, we visit Guadalupe County to explore its award-winning Citizens Election Academy. Designed to educate residents on the electoral process from voter registration to the reporting of results, the academy promotes transparency, combats misinformation and encourages civic engagement. Join us as Guadalupe County Elections Administrator Lisa Hayes shares how the academy builds trust in elections, one voter at a time.

Judicial safety has become an urgent issue as threats against judges and court personnel continue to rise. In this episode of Texas County Voice, Harris County Justice of the Peace Holly Williamson discusses the security challenges facing Texas courts and shares strategies to protect judges, staff and the public. As president of the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association of Texas, Judge Williamson recently spoke on this topic at the Texas Association of Counties' 2024 Legislative Conference. Don't miss this important and timely discussion.

In this episode of Texas County Voice, we explore Johnson County's investigation of the environmental and health risks linked to biosolids used in local agriculture. Commissioner Larry Woolley and Constable Detective Dana Ames discuss the alarming levels of toxic "forever chemicals" found in soil, water and livestock. Tune in to hear the investigation's findings and learn what steps officials are taking in response.

Artificial intelligence is no longer futuristic. However, its implications for county government are not entirely understood. In this episode of Texas County Voice, Robert Ruiz, the associate director of TAC's Risk Management Services, breaks down the fundamentals of AI and covers real-world applications and key considerations for integrating AI into county operations. Join us as we discuss what county officials need to know about AI and its potential benefits – and risks.

In this episode of Texas County Voice, we attend one of TAC's Judicial Education Roundtables, a series of meetings being held this summer across the state to provide county judges a platform for discussing county challenges. TAC's Stephanie Moreno explains the roundtables' focus on mental health. Featuring insights from Lee County Judge Frank Malinak, Knox County Judge Stan Wojcik and Comanche County Judge Stephanie Davis, the episode highlights various struggles with mental health resources and the significance of community involvement.