Types of Local Government in Texas
Understand the differences between different local governments
Counties of Texas
Understanding the structure, functions, and finances of county governments in Texas.
Community College Districts in Texas
What is a Community College District? A community college district in Texas is a type of special-purpose district…
Political Subdivisions of Texas
Political subdivisions of Texas are units of local government that provide basic services, including education, public safety, ambulances,…
County Commissioners Courts
Quasi-legislative body that sets the budget, tax rate, and other policies of county governments in Texas
County Judges in Texas
A county judge in Texas is the presiding officer of the governing body of a county government in Texas,…
Tax Assessor-Collectors
Tax assessor-collectors in Texas are local officials responsible for calculating property tax bills and collecting various taxes and…
Appraisal Review Boards
Local mechanism for settling disputes between property owners and Appraisal Districts.
Appraisal Districts
Critical mechanism in Texas' property tax system.
Municipal Government in Texas
Understanding the structure, functions, and powers of municipal governments in Texas
Municipal Courts in Texas
Overview Municipal courts in Texas are the judicial organ of city government. These courts primarily handle traffic cases,…
Justice of the Peace Courts
Overview Justice of the peace courts, also called justice courts, are lower courts in Texas that have jurisdiction…
How to Remove a County Official in Texas
Understanding different methods for removing local officials in Texas.
County Jails in Texas
Role of county jails in the criminal justice system in Texas, standards, and how they operate
Independent School Districts
Understanding the public school system in Texas
Emergency Services Districts in Texas
Emergency Services Districts (ESD) in Texas are local government units that provide fire protection, emergency medical services, or…
District Clerks in Texas
Overview District clerks in Texas are elected officials that serve the court system, coordinating the jury selection process…
County Sheriffs in Texas
Understanding the role of sheriffs in Texas' law enforcement system.
County Clerks in Texas
County clerks in Texas are custodians of public records dealing with real estate, misdemeanor crimes, and other matters,…
Constables in Texas
Understanding the role of constables in Texas' law enforcement system