The Sheriff's Office asked the Court to accept $149,625 in grant funds from the Office of the Governor / Criminal Justice Division for the FY26 JAG Child Abuse Unit Overtime Project, with no required cash match. The Court approved the request.
What it means for you
The Sheriff's Office Child Abuse Unit will receive grant funds to cover overtime costs, at no direct cash 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.