PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2025-12-11

The court approved a formal Harris County Open Data Policy.

What it means for you

Harris County now has an official policy governing how it shares public data, which could affect how residents access county information.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ramsey, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, for approval of the Harris County Open Data Policy. 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 decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Taken up at the December 11, 2025 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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