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HOUSTON, Texas – The County & District Clerks’ Association of Texas (CDCAT) presented the District Clerk of the Year Award to Laura Hinojosa, Hidalgo County District Clerk, during their 130th Annual Conference held in Houston, Texas. The Clerk of the Year award, the highest distinction for a clerk in the State of Texas, is presented annually to an outstanding district clerk and a county clerk for their notable service to the association, their county, and the State of Texas.
“I am incredibly honored and humbled to receive the District Clerk of the Year Award,” said Hinojosa. “It means a great deal to be recognized by my peers statewide and I feel nothing but immense gratitude for their ongoing support and encouragement along the way. I am touched and deeply appreciative of this recognition.”
Laura has served as Hidalgo County District Clerk since 2007 and was re-elected in 2022 to serve a fifth term in office. She has distinguished herself as a committed public servant and believes in progress through sound working relationships and collaboration. During her tenure, Laura has significantly improved the Hidalgo County District Clerk’s Office transforming it into one of the most exemplary and reputable offices in the State. At the State-level, Laura previously served as President and Executive Board Member of the statewide association and most recently served on the Texas Association of Counties (TAC) Board of Directors, which she was also appointed to in 2019.
“I am pleased that this year’s District Clerk of the Year is none other than Laura Hinojosa, District Clerk for Hidalgo County,” said John Warren, CDCAT President and Dallas County Clerk. “Laura has been deeply involved in all aspects of the County and District Clerks’ Association since her election to office. Having served on several committees, the board of directors, executive board and president of this esteemed association 2019-2020, it is befitting that Laura’s colleagues recognize her love and devotion to the association and its members. Congratulations Laura!”
