The county seeks approval of an agreement with Baylor College of Medicine to share organisms, data, and testing reagents to improve mosquito testing and disease surveillance.

What it means for you

This agreement supports Harris County's ability to test for and track mosquito-borne diseases, which could benefit residents through better public health monitoring.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)

How each member voted

5–0, per the official record.