Public Health Services asked the court to approve submitting a grant application to the ASPCA for $45,000, with no required county match, for the FY26 ASPCA New World Screwworm Direct Support Grant.

What it means for you

Harris County Public Health would seek outside funding to address New World Screwworm, a parasitic pest, if the grant is awarded.

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.