PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-01-29

The Sheriff's Office wants permission to apply for a state grant of $150,000 for the Criminal Warrants and Apprehension Project, with no required county match.

What it means for you

If awarded, the Sheriff's Office would receive $150,000 for warrant and apprehension activities at no cost to the county.

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 ↗

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Quick answersfrom the official record

How much?$150,000Legistar record ↗

Who gives?Texas Office of the Governor/Criminal Justice Division, if the grant is awarded.Legistar record ↗

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

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

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