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During the recently concluded legislative session, genealogists across the state joined together to oppose a bill which would’ve significantly affected access to Texas birth records. Currently in Texas, a birth record is public information and available to the public 75 years after the date of birth. House Bill 703 (by Rep. Cody Harris of Hillsboro) … Read more
Discounted early-bird registration for the 2019 Texas Institute of Genealogical Research (TIGR) will continue only until midnight April 30. Early registrants receive the best rate for this outstanding bi-annual event. Details at www.txsgs.org/tigr-2019-registration/. Scheduled June 10-14, at the Crowne Plaza Austin, this year’s event includes two tracks: Texas Research Essentials, coordinated by Kelvin Meyers Advanced … Read more
“Texas history is both diverse and unique. Texas is the only state in the United States that has been an independent nation. It has existed under six different governments and flags!” The impact of this unique history is worth in-depth exploration as you will discover when you attend the TxSGS 2019 Texas Institute of Genealogical … Read more
“Following the Civil War, Texas’ path to re-unification with the U.S. took many twists and turns before adoption of the 1876 Constitution (the constitution still in effect today) cemented Texas’ place in the United States. It was a time of change for Texas. But all of the changes provide genealogists with unique records and opportunities … Read more
“Even today, few people escape mention in court records at some time during their lives as witnesses, litigants, jurors, appointees to office, or as petition signatories.” * You might be surprised to learn what types of cases are brought before Texas courts. The best news is that what happens in court is documented! Take a … Read more