PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-02-26

The Court approved an agreement with the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) to host Applied Epidemiology Fellows who will gain educational and professional experience through Harris County Public Health.

What it means for you

Applied Epidemiology Fellows placed by CSTE will work with Harris County Public Health Services, gaining hands-on training while supporting the county's public health functions.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-0)

How each member voted

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

4–0, 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?Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE)Legistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Public Health Services brought it forward. Taken up at the February 26, 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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