Request by the Sheriff’s Office for approval of an agreement to participate in the FBI Counter-UAS Task Force (CUTF).

Drones (also called UAS, or unmanned aircraft systems) are increasingly used in ways that can threaten public safety. Joining the FBI's task force would let the Harris County Sheriff's Office work alongside federal partners to detect and respond to those threats.

This is a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) — basically a formal agreement — between Harris County and the FBI. It would allow the Sheriff's Office to participate in the Counter-UAS Task Force. The item was introduced on June 4, 2026 and needs Commissioners Court approval before it takes effect.

Key details

• When: Check HarrisCountyTx.gov for next Commissioners Court meeting date
• Where: Harris County Commissioners Court, 1001 Preston St, Houston, TX 77002
• Cost: Free to attend and speak
• Parking: Paid parking available at nearby garages; limited street parking
• Public Comment: Sign up in advance to address the court during public session

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…

When

Date

June 11, 2026

Address

1001 Preston St, 77002

District

City Council · District I

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The Court will take up this item during the regular meeting. If approved, the Sheriff's Office and FBI would move forward under the terms of the MOU. Members of the public can typically attend Commissioners Court meetings or submit comments in advance.

This item is part of a broader trend of local law enforcement agencies partnering with the FBI on emerging technology threats. If you're curious about drone policy or public safety agreements in Harris County, watching this vote is a good starting point.