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County lobbyists outline legislative priorities as session opens; property tax and drainage on the radar
Summary
County staff briefed the court on a legislative agenda focused on property valuation legislation, school vouchers, border security, drainage and funding opportunities for colonia and water projects. Lobbyists told commissioners the House remains unsettled while the Senate priorities are clearer.
Nueces County’s contracted lobbyists and county staff told the Commissioners Court on Jan. 8 they will press a local legislative package as the 2025 Texas Legislature convenes, with a focus on property valuation fixes, water and drainage funding, and items that could affect county authorities.
Patricia Shipton and Joel Romo, representing the county in Austin, summarized the split between the Senate and House and the priorities they expect to pursue. Shipton said the Texas Senate — under the lieutenant governor — shows clarity on priorities including…
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