What this is
Harris County returned $4,039 from unclaimed jury duty payments to the general fund, ensuring public money serves the community.
Type: Financial AuthorizationFile: 26-2647 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-04-13 Passed: 2026-05-14
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Key details
- Status: Approved by Commissioners Court
- Amount: $4,039 from 118 unclaimed jury payments
- Purpose: Transfer uncashed checks back to general fund
- Still claimable: Contact District Clerk's office for unpaid jury duty
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
Shows how Harris County responsibly manages public money. Unclaimed jury payments return to fund community services like roads, parks, and health programs that benefit all residents.
If this passes
The $4,039 goes back into the county budget to fund services for all residents. Jurors can still claim their payments through the District Clerk's office.
If this does not pass
The money would remain unclaimed and unusable for county services that benefit the community.
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By the numbers
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