The Commissioners Court approved an agreement allowing the Homeland Security Task Force to reimburse Harris County for overtime pay earned by Precinct 5 constable deputies assigned to work with the U.S. Marshal Service.

What it means for you

Precinct 5 deputies can work overtime supporting federal law enforcement operations, and the federal Homeland Security Task Force — not county funds — covers those overtime costs.

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

5–0, per the official record.