PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2025-10-16

The county approved a memorandum of understanding with the FBI to formalize the partnership and define responsibilities for the Violent Crimes Task Force.

What it means for you

Harris County and the FBI now have a formal written agreement spelling out how their Violent Crimes Task Force will operate and how agencies will work together.

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

Who benefits?Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Legistar record ↗

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

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