The Commissioners Court approved accepting a donated accelerant-detection dog from the U.S. Department of Defense Military Working Dog program to help fire investigators find evidence at fire scenes.

What it means for you

The Harris County Fire Marshal's office gains a trained canine to assist with fire investigations at no stated cost to the county.

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

5–0, per the official record.