PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-06-25

The county is selecting specific Census tracts to nominate as Opportunity Zones 2.0 and authorizing submission of the nomination packet to the Texas Governor's Office of Economic Development & Tourism for potential federal designation.

What it means for you

If designated, selected Census tracts — described as either dynamic investment areas or economically distressed communities — could receive special federal investment incentives.

Outcome

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

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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 June 25, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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