Our Voice→Request by the County Attorney for approval to file a lawsuit under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act against USA Waste of Texas Landfills, Inc. related to its operation of the Hawthorn Park Recycling and Disposal Facility.EventShow up Harris County Commissioners Court →
Why it matters
The County Attorney's office wants to take legal action over how USA Waste of Texas Landfills, Inc. has been running the Hawthorn Park Recycling and Disposal Facility. RCRA is a federal law that sets rules for how waste facilities must operate to protect people and the environment.
What's inside
This is a formal request — called a Financial Authorization — for the Commissioners Court to give the County Attorney's office the green light to file a lawsuit. The item was introduced on June 4, 2026, and is now before the full court for a vote.
Key details
- Topic: County Attorney seeking approval to sue USA Waste of Texas over Hawthorn Park Landfill under federal environmental law (RCRA)
- Who: Harris County Commissioners Court
- When: Check HarrisCountyTx.gov for next Commissioners Court meeting date and agenda
- Where: Harris County Administration Building, 1001 Preston St, Houston, TX 77002
- Cost: Free and open to the public
About Harris County Commissioners Court
The Harris County Commissioners Court is the governing body of Harris County, Texas. Led by the County Judge and four precinct commissioners, the court sets the county budget, tax rate, and policies affecting public heal…
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- Date
- June 11, 2026
The meeting takes place at 1001 Preston St in downtown Houston, which is the Harris County Administration Building.
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
- District
- City Council · District I
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How to show up
The Commissioners Court will vote on whether to approve or deny this request at their regular meeting. If approved, the County Attorney's office can move forward with filing the federal lawsuit. Members of the public can often attend or watch Commissioners Court meetings in person or online.
Actions
• Check the Harris County Commissioners Court meeting agenda for June 11, 2026, to confirm this item is still on the schedule. • Attend the meeting at 1001 Preston St at noon if you want to observe the vote in person. • Look into whether public comment is allowed at this meeting and how to sign up.
• Contact the County Attorney's office contact listed on the filing — Lauren Stuckett — if you have questions: Lauren.Stuckett@bmd.hctx.
net. • Search for 'Hawthorn Park Recycling and Disposal Facility' to learn more about the landfill and its location. • Follow future Commissioners Court agendas to track how this case develops.
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How it connects
This action connects to broader concerns about landfill operations and environmental health in Harris County. If you live near the Hawthorn Park facility or have questions about waste disposal rules in your area, your local precinct commissioner's office may be a good starting point for information.
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