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PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-08-17

The county is accepting an amendment to extend its grant agreement with the Houston Endowment for the Harris County Language Access Program, moving the grant end date to September 30, 2026.

What it means for you

The extension keeps the Language Access Program running longer, meaning residents who need county services in languages other than English can continue to receive language support through September 2026.

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.

Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

The record includes an individually-attributed vote for this item, shown above.

Quick answersfrom the official record
Who receives?Harris County Language Access ProgramLegistar record ↗
Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Office of County Administration brought it forward. Taken up at the August 17, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗
The official caption doesn't name a dollar amount or who's giving it — full details in the official Legistar record ↗

Cite this: https://plaindocket.com/item/real-hc26-5344-195048 — data from official records via PlainDocket.