PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-05-14

The county approved an agreement with The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD to provide two sheriff's deputies for law enforcement services, starting May 16, 2026.

What it means for you

Two county deputies will be assigned to support The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD, potentially improving safety and response at that facility.

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): AyeRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Absent

4–0, per the official record.

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Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

The record includes an individually-attributed vote for this item, shown above.

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Quick answersfrom the official record

Who benefits?The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDDLegistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Taken up at the May 14, 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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