The Commissioners Court is adopting the official canvass — the formal certification of all votes counted — in the January 31, 2026, Special Runoff Election for Congressional District 18. The motion was made by Commissioner Briones, seconded by Commissioner Ramsey, and carried.
What it means for you
This makes the election results for Congressional District 18 official and legally certified for Harris County residents who voted in that runoff.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Briones, seconded by Commissioner Ramsey, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (3-0)
How each member voted
Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AbsentRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AbsentTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye
3–0, per the official record.