The Court approved transferring $4,000,000 into the Public Health Services General Fund budget to cover costs for services that are reimbursed by the Harris County Hospital District (Harris Health System).

What it means for you

This moves $4 million into the public health budget as a bridge, with reimbursement expected from Harris Health System, helping ensure health services continue without a funding gap.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ramsey, seconded by Commissioner Briones, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-0)

How each member voted

4–0, per the official record.