The Sheriff's Office asked the Court to accept a $149,875 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice / Office of the Governor / Criminal Justice Division for the FY26 Grappler Devices Grant Project, with no required local match. The Court approved the request.
What it means for you
The Sheriff's Office will receive federal and state grant funding to support the Grappler Devices program at no direct cost to Harris County taxpayers.
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
Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AbsentRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye
4–0, per the official record.