PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-01-29

The county approved spending $829.99 in general funds to reimburse a former inmate for a personal item that went missing when he was released from jail.

What it means for you

A former inmate will receive $829.99 from the county to compensate for property that was lost upon his release.

Outcome

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

The record includes an individually-attributed vote for this item, shown above.

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Quick answersfrom the official record

How much?$830Legistar record ↗

Who benefits?a former inmateLegistar record ↗

Who pays?general fundsLegistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Taken up at the January 29, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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