The court approved allowing eligible full-time regular employees (not already covered by certain existing policies) to use 24 hours of their accrued sick leave for mental health or psychological wellbeing purposes.

What it means for you

Certain Harris County employees who were not previously covered by mental health leave policies can now use up to 24 hours of their existing sick leave specifically for mental health needs.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ramsey, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, for approval of Option 1: use the 24 hours of accrued Sick Leave for mental health or psychological wellbeing. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)

How each member voted

5–0, per the official record.