Harris County Precinct 6 Continues Federal Equipment Program

Harris County Constable Precinct 6 renewed its participation in the Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) Program, also known as the 1033 Program. This federal program transfers surplus military equipment to local law enforcement agencies across the country. The Harris County Commissioners Court approved this renewal on May 14, 2026. The LESO Program allows eligible law enforcement agencies to acquire vehicles, aircraft, watercraft, weapons, and other equipment that the Department of Defense no longer needs. Participating agencies must follow strict rules about how they use, maintain, and account for this equipment. They cannot sell it and must return items they no longer need. This program helps law enforcement agencies get equipment they might not otherwise afford, potentially improving their ability to serve and protect our communities. However, some residents have concerns about militarizing local police forces. Precinct 6 covers areas including northwest Harris County and parts of Spring, Tomball, and Cypress. Residents who want to know what specific equipment their constable's office has received can file public information requests. Those interested in how their tax dollars support law enforcement can attend Commissioners Court meetings, which happen most Tuesdays at 1001 Preston Street in downtown Houston. Citizens can also contact Constable Precinct 6 directly to learn more about their operations and community programs.

Your local constable's office can get free military equipment like vehicles and gear from the federal government. This could help officers respond better to emergencies in your neighborhood, but some people worry about police having military-style equipment.