PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-02-12

Harris County is amending its agreement with the National Foundation for the CDC to add an attachment that funds staffing for the Harris County Public Health Substance Use Prevention Program.

What it means for you

The amendment adds new funding attachment provisions to support staff working on substance use prevention within Harris County Public Health.

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

Who benefits?Harris County Public Health (HCPH) Substance Use Prevention ProgramLegistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Taken up at the February 12, 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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