The court approved creating three new HR Investigator positions and one Senior Labor Relations Liaison, along with $73,781.26 in additional budget funding, starting August 24, 2026.

What it means for you

Harris County's HR department will add four staff members focused on investigations and labor relations, funded by an additional $73,781.26 in the budget.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-1)

How each member voted

4–1, per the official record.