Texas Open Meetings Act
Government bodies in Texas like city councils and school boards must open their meetings to the public
editorNovember 14, 2022
Texas’ Little-Known Right to Split Itself into 5 States
Uniquely among U.S. states, Texas was admitted to the Union with a pre-approved 'entitlement' to further divide itself into up to five states.
Law Enforcement in Texas
Mapping Texas' vast and complex law enforcement system
editorNovember 19, 2022
Independent School Districts in Texas
Understanding the structure of the public school system in Texas
editorNovember 19, 2022
Texas Senate
Understanding the structure and functions of the Texas State Senate
editorNovember 18, 2022
Impeachment in Texas
Process for removing senior officials in cases of corruption or misconduct
editorNovember 21, 2022
Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives
Understanding the powerful role of the House Speaker in Texas politics
editorNovember 21, 2022
River Authorities of Texas
Learn about the state agencies that manage dams, reservoirs, and parks in Texas's major river basins.
editorNovember 21, 2022
Political Subdivisions of Texas
Definition, examples, and comparison to the federal system
editorNovember 21, 2022
County Commissioners Courts
Quasi-legislative body that sets the budget, tax rate, and other policies of county governments in Texas
editorNovember 21, 2022
Municipal Government in Texas
Understanding the structure, functions, and powers of city governments in Texas
editorNovember 20, 2022
County Judges in Texas
The heads of county governments in Texas are "judges" in name only, except in rural counties.
editorNovember 21, 2022
Emergency Services Districts in Texas
Type of local government body providing rural EMS services
editorNovember 18, 2022
Texas Historical Commission
Explore a map and photos of renowned historic sites in Texas, and learn about the state agency tasked with maintaining Texas museums, battlefields, and historic forts.
editorNovember 21, 2022
Texas Rangers
Understanding the role of the Texas Rangers in state law enforcement
editorNovember 21, 2022
Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles
Parole can give prisoners a fresh start, allowing release before the end of a prison sentence. Learn about the state agency that manages the Texas parole system.
editorNovember 21, 2022