PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2025-10-16

The Court approved an amendment to the county's dental insurance agreement with Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company that allows premiums to be raised by up to 5% during the 2026 contract year.

What it means for you

Harris County and Flood Control District employees with Cigna dental insurance (PPO or HMO plans) could see their premiums increase by up to 5% in 2026.

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 ↗

The record includes an individually-attributed vote for this item, shown above.

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Quick answersfrom the official record

Who's paid?Cigna Health and Life Insurance CompanyLegistar record ↗

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

The official caption doesn't name a dollar amount or which fund pays for it — full details in the official Legistar record ↗

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