PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-07-30

The County Judge asked the Commissioners Court to pass a resolution supporting an independent criminal investigation into a fatal shooting by ICE agents that occurred on July 7, 2026.

What it means for you

The resolution expresses the court's official support for an independent criminal investigation into the shooting; it does not directly change services for residents but puts the county government on record regarding the investigation.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Briones, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (3-1)

How each member voted

Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AyeRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AbsentTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): NayLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye

3–1, 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. County Judge brought it forward. Taken up at the July 30, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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