PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-02-12

The District Attorney's Office wants permission to apply for a $500,000 state grant to support mental health programs for peace officers in Harris County.

What it means for you

If awarded, the grant would fund mental health resources for law enforcement officers; no county matching funds are required.

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?$500,000Legistar 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. District Attorney brought it forward. Taken up at the February 12, 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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