The court approved renewing personal services contracts with Carrie Simmons and Mike Toomey to serve as legislative liaisons in Austin on behalf of Harris County from September 19, 2026 through September 18, 2027, at a cost of $95,000.
What it means for you
Harris County will continue to have paid representatives advocating on its behalf before the Texas Legislature for another year.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, 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.