The Harris County Public Defender's Office is asking for permission to apply to the Texas Indigent Defense Commission for $130,066.45 in grant funds, with no county match required, to support the third year of a statewide training and mentoring program for future indigent defense leaders.
What it means for you
If awarded, the grant would fund training and mentoring for people working in indigent defense across Texas, with the Public Defender's Office leading the effort.
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.