PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-05-12

The Commissioners Court voted to officially certify the results of the May 2, 2026, special election held to fill the vacant seat in State Senate District 4.

What it means for you

The official canvass makes the election results legally final, completing the process of filling the vacancy in State Senate District 4 for residents of that district.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Briones, seconded by Commissioner Ellis, 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.

Public safety — see all →State Senate District 4 / Harris County

Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

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Quick answersfrom the official record

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Taken up at the May 12, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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