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COVID-19 is causing issues for Texas voters. As many fear getting sick from lining up at the ballot box, state Democrats and other civic groups want to ease absentee voting restrictions. As a result of a recent lawsuit, Judge Tim Sulak said he would issue a temporary...
Citizens rely on sound and efficient public utilities. And in sprawling metros like San Antonio, local governments should focus on utility expansion to keep up with the surging population. But sometimes, these developments require seizing private land from others....
Texas takes transparency seriously. The state’s Open Meetings Act, the roots of which date back more than a half-century, is meant to provide members of the public a window into the actions of their government. Among the key aspects of this act are notice...
Under the Texas Public Information Act, all governmental bodies must adhere to strict disclosure rules. That means if a member of the public asks for information that is considered public, you generally must provide it according to the regulations. What if, as a...
It is that time of year again. The time when people start making goals and plans for the year to come. With the presidential election ahead, more people are thinking about the other seats that will be up for election in 2020.Whether you are considering running for a...
Election laws are necessarily strict and detailed. Even seemingly minor issues can compromise the legitimacy and accuracy of the process, which is why election officials must be compliant and careful.Unfortunately, people make mistakes. And in the context of an...
Part of a solid campaign strategy involves reaching your constituents where they are. Depending on the people in your area, you may be able to reach people through rallies and door-knocking events, but you may find yourself with a very limited reach.For better or...
The criminal justice system works to hold people accountable for their illegal activities. Given the constitutional rights of Americans, someone who allegedly broke the law must be found guilty to serve the consequences determined by the court handling their case....
Being a first responder is a big job. In an instant, there are people counting on you to help them get emergency care that may, ultimately, save their life.While 911 dispatchers provide an important service to the people of Texas, they were not considered first...
There are numerous rules and regulations with which government workers must comply. Some of these rules are obvious and widely understood. Others are more obscure, even for employers and employees who seem to eat, sleep and breathe government work. But no matter...