PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-01-29

Harris County Public Health Services asked the court to approve an agreement with Sam Houston State University to allow nursing students to complete clinical training at the county health department starting Spring 2026.

What it means for you

Sam Houston State University nursing students will gain hands-on clinical experience through Harris County Public Health Services.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, for the relocation of the County Clerk and District Clerk administrative functions from 201 Caroline to 1001 Preston. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-1)

How each member voted

Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AyeRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): NayLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye

4–1, 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 benefits?Sam Houston State University (nursing students)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 a dollar amount or who pays for it — full details in the official Legistar record ↗

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