2025 Legislative Updates

Registration opens Thursday, April 10th

Get ready for the 89th Legislative Session updates! Join us as we travel to six locations across Texas—plus virtual options—to break down the bills that will impact justice courts and constable offices.

🗓️ In-Person and Virtual Options Costs

Virtual Registration: $50
In-Person Registration: $75
Lodging Fee: $100 per night

📍 Who Should Attend

Justice of the Peace Updates: Open to judges, court personnel, and justice court staff

Civil Process Updates: Open to constables, deputies, and constable clerks. This course fulfills the TCOLE legislative update requirement.

💬 Why Has the Lodging Fee Increased?

Due to rising hotel costs, the lodging fee is now $100 per night. This fee remains well below the actual rate we pay—TJCTC continues to subsidize lodging to keep our conferences affordable. The lodging fee is payable to Texas State University and will be included on your invoice along with the registration fee.

Want to skip the lodging fee? You're welcome to room with another attendee and attend without incurring any lodging charges.

📅 Dates & Locations

Below are the scheduled dates and locations for our in-person and virtual programs.

On registration day, each date will have its own unique registration link—you'll use that link to sign up for your preferred session.

📄 Handouts & Materials

All handouts will be posted online before the first Legislative Update. No physical copies will be provided, so be sure to download or print anything you'd like to bring with you.

✅ Ready to Join Us?

Spots fill up quickly—register early to save yours! Whether you attend in person or online, you’ll walk away with critical updates and practical guidance on new legislation that affects your work.

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Legislative Updates for JP & Court Personnel
- Corpus Christi on August 18th
  Monday, August 18th at the Omni Corpus Christi in Corpus Christi, TX.
  If you opt to stay at the hotel, a room will be reserved for Sunday, August 17th.
  Agenda
  - Registration and breakfast: 8:00 a.m. on August 18th
  - Course time: 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
  - Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
  - Course time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $75. This cost includes a $30 registration fee and a $45 overhead assessment.
  Hotel cost: $100 for 1 night at the Omni Corpus Christi
- San Marcos on August 21st
  Monday, August 21st at the E mbassy Suites in San Marcos, TX.
  If you opt to stay at the hotel, a room will be reserved for Sunday, August 20th.
  Agenda
  - Registration and breakfast: 8:00 a.m. on August 21st
  - Course time: 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
  - Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
  - Course time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $75. This cost includes a $30 registration fee and a $45 overhead assessment.
  Hotel cost: $55 for 1 night at the Embassy Suites San Marcos
- Virtual (Morning) on August 26th
  Wednesday, August 26th
  This is a virtual program and will take place utilizing Zoom software.
  Agenda
  - Course time: 8:30 - 12:30 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $50. This cost includes a $20 registration fee and a $30 overhead assessment.
- Beaumont on August 28th
  Thursday, August 28th at the Holiday Inn and Suites Beaumont Plaza in Beaumont, TX.
  If you opt to stay at the hotel, a room will be reserved for Wednesday, August 27th.
  Agenda
  - Registration and breakfast: 8:00 a.m. on August 27th.
  - Course time: 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
  - Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
  - Course time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $75. This cost includes a $30 registration fee and a $45 overhead assessment.
  Hotel cost: $100 for 1 night at the Holiday Inn and Suites Beaumont Plaza.
- DFW (Grapevine) on September 3rd
  Wednesday, September 3rd at the Embassy Suites DFW North in Grapevine, TX.
  If you opt to stay at the hotel, a room will be reserved for Tuesday, September 2nd.
  Agenda
  - Registration and breakfast: 8:00 a.m. on September 3rd.
  - Course time: 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
  - Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
  - Course time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $75. This cost includes a $30 registration fee and a $45 overhead assessment.
  Hotel cost: $100 for 1 night at the Embassy Suites DFW North.
- Longview on September 5th
  Friday, September 5th at the Longview Holiday Inn North in Longview, TX.
  If you opt to stay at the hotel, a room will be reserved for Thursday, September 4th.
  Agenda
  - Registration and breakfast: 8:00 a.m. on September 5th.
  - Course time: 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
  - Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
  - Course time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $75. This cost includes a $30 registration fee and a $45 overhead assessment.
  Hotel cost: $100 for 1 night at the Longview Holiday Inn North.
- Lubbock on September 15th
  Monday, September 15th at the Overton Hotel in Lubbock, TX.
  If you opt to stay at the hotel, a room will be reserved for Sunday, September 14th.
  Agenda
  - Registration and breakfast: 8:00 a.m. on September 15th.
  - Course time: 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
  - Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
  - Course time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $75. This cost includes a $30 registration fee and a $45 overhead assessment.
  Hotel cost: $100 for 1 night at the Overton Hotel.
- Virtual (Afternoon) on September 17th
  Wednesday, September 17th
  This is a virtual program and will take place utilizing Zoom software.
  Agenda
  - Course time: 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $50. This cost includes a $20 registration fee and a $30 overhead assessment.
Legislative Updates for Civil Process
- Corpus Christi on August 18th
  Monday, August 18th at the Omni Corpus Christi in Corpus Christi, TX.
  If you opt to stay at the hotel, a room will be reserved for Sunday, August 17th.
  Agenda
  - Registration and breakfast: 8:00 a.m. on August 18th
  - Course time: 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
  - Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
  - Course time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $75. This cost includes a $30 registration fee and a $45 overhead assessment.
  Hotel cost: $100 for 1 night at the Omni Corpus Christi
- San Marcos on August 21st
  Monday, August 21st at the E mbassy Suites in San Marcos, TX.
  If you opt to stay at the hotel, a room will be reserved for Sunday, August 20th.
  Agenda
  - Registration and breakfast: 8:00 a.m. on August 21st
  - Course time: 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
  - Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
  - Course time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $75. This cost includes a $30 registration fee and a $45 overhead assessment.
  Hotel cost: $55 for 1 night at the Embassy Suites San Marcos
- Beaumont on August 28th
  Thursday, August 28th at the Holiday Inn and Suites Beaumont Plaza in Beaumont, TX.
  If you opt to stay at the hotel, a room will be reserved for Wednesday, August 27th.
  Agenda
  - Registration and breakfast: 8:00 a.m. on August 27th.
  - Course time: 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
  - Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
  - Course time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $75. This cost includes a $30 registration fee and a $45 overhead assessment.
  Hotel cost: $100 for 1 night at the Holiday Inn and Suites Beaumont Plaza.
- Longview on September 5th
  Friday, September 5th at the Longview Holiday Inn North in Longview, TX.
  If you opt to stay at the hotel, a room will be reserved for Thursday, September 4th.
  Agenda
  - Registration and breakfast: 8:00 a.m. on September 5th.
  - Course time: 9:00 - 12:00 p.m.
  - Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
  - Course time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $75. This cost includes a $30 registration fee and a $45 overhead assessment.
  Hotel cost: $100 for 1 night at the Longview Holiday Inn North.
- Virtual (Afternoon) on September 10th
  Wednesday, September 10th
  This is a virtual program and will take place utilizing Zoom software.
  Agenda
  - Course time: 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
  Cost
  Registration cost: $50. This cost includes a $20 registration fee and a $30 overhead assessment.