PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-06-11

The County Attorney is seeking court approval to sue USA Waste of Texas Landfills, Inc. under a federal environmental law regarding its operation of the Hawthorn Park Recycling and Disposal Facility.

What it means for you

If approved, Harris County will file a federal lawsuit related to alleged violations at the Hawthorn Park landfill facility operated by USA Waste of Texas Landfills, Inc.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Garcia, seconded by Commissioner Ramsey, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)

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): Aye

5–0, per the official record.

Utilities — see all →Hawthorn Park Recycling and Disposal Facility, 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. County Attorney brought it forward. Taken up at the June 11, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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