PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-08-25

The county is amending its agreement with Lone Star Legal Aid to reduce the grant funding by $1,000,000 and update the contract terms and budget for a homeowner preservation legal assistance program running through December 31, 2026.

What it means for you

This amendment cuts $1,000,000 from the grant funds going to Lone Star Legal Aid for legal help to homeowners, and updates the contract's terms and budget documents.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Briones, seconded by Commissioner Ellis, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (4-0)

How each member voted

Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AbsentRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye

4–0, per the official record.

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Official source

Official meeting record — Harris County Legistar ↗

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Quick answersfrom the official record

How much?$1,000,000Legistar record ↗

Who's paid?Lone Star Legal AidLegistar record ↗

Which fund?Grant funds decreased byLegistar record ↗

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Office of the Purchasing Agent brought it forward. Taken up at the August 25, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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