Commissioners Court voted to direct the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to return on September 8, 2026, with a plan to raise eviction fees to $120.

What it means for you

This could affect Harris County residents who are involved in eviction proceedings, as the fee associated with those proceedings may increase to $120; no further detail on who pays or receives the fee is stated in the record.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Garcia, seconded by Commissioner Ellis, to direct OMB to return to Court on September 8, 2026, with a plan to raise eviction fees to $120. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-1)

How each member voted

4–1, per the official record.