The House Committee on County Affairs, chaired by Representative Victoria Neave Criado, focuses on legislation affecting county operations and governance during the 88th Legislature. The committee actively engages with various bills related to sheriff's departments, health care provider participation programs, and local governance reforms. Key areas of concentration include civil service systems for sheriff's departments, emergency medical services, and regulations surrounding county employee operations. Through numerous meetings, the committee has addressed a wide range of topics, fostering discussions that aim to enhance the functionality and accountability of county entities in Texas.

The Texas Senate Committee on Finance, chaired by Senator Joan Huffman, focuses on the state's financial appropriations across various sectors including education, public safety, health services, and infrastructure. The committee is dedicated to reviewing bills that impact fiscal policies and ensuring adequate funding for essential state services. Recent sessions have involved detailed discussions on workgroup recommendations for multiple articles, with an emphasis on mental health services and the monitoring of infrastructure funds as outlined in recent legislation. The committee also actively evaluates proposed legislation to enhance school safety and support economic development initiatives.