PASSEDHarris County Commissioners Court · 2026-09-17

The Court approved the Harris County General Fund budget for FY2027.

What it means for you

The main operating budget for Harris County government for fiscal year 2027 has been officially adopted.

Outcome

A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Briones, to approve the Harris County General Fund. The motion carried by the following vote: (3-2)

How each member voted

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

3–2, 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

Who decides?Decided by a vote of the Harris County Commissioners Court. Office of Management and Budget brought it forward. Taken up at the September 17, 2026 meeting — Adopted.Legistar record ↗

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