By virtue of a state grant, the Hays County District Attorney’s office is hiring a new Victim Assistance Coordinator (VAC) to ensure crime victims receive services they need.
On Oct. 12, the Hays County Commissioners Court approved a two-year grant from Texas Gov. Greg Abbot’s office, which will cover 80 percent of the salary for a new full-time VAC position. The county will cover the remaining 20 percent of the salary.
The move comes as the an influx of criminal cases is placing a strain on the Hays County District Attorney’s office, which oversees the VAC.
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