PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-01-08

The county is renewing a one-year contract with Salam International, Inc. for $46,227 to supply human remain pouches and related items for Harris County.

What it means for you

Salam International, Inc. will continue supplying human remain pouches to Harris County for another year.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Garcia, seconded by Commissioner Ellis, 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

How much?$46,227Legistar record ↗

Who benefits?Salam International, Inc.Legistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Taken up at the January 8, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

The official caption doesn't name who pays for it — full details in the official Legistar record ↗

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