The Court approved $425,000 in supplemental funding for fiscal year 2026 to pay contractors to establish compliance, governance, and implementation of Generative AI solutions across Harris County departments.

What it means for you

Harris County will spend up to $425,000 this fiscal year on outside contractors to set up rules and systems for using Generative AI tools in county operations.

Outcome

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

How each member voted

4–0, per the official record.