PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2025-10-16

The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences is seeking permission to apply for a $500,000 federal grant to improve forensic science services, with no county matching funds required.

What it means for you

If awarded, the grant would fund improvements to the county's forensic science operations, which support criminal investigations and the justice system.

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

Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AyeRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye

5–0, per the official record.

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Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

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Quick answersfrom the official record

How much?$500,000Legistar record ↗

Who receives?Institute of Forensic SciencesLegistar record ↗

Who gives?Bureau of Justice Assistance/Office of Justice Programs, if the grant is awarded.Legistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Institute of Forensic Sciences brought it forward. Taken up at the October 16, 2025 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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