What this is
Harris County renews contract for HIV prevention and care services, ensuring life-saving treatment and support for residents living with HIV.
Type: Contract - AmendmentFile: 26-2909 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-04-30 Passed: 2026-05-14
laura.nicholasandrews@pur.hctx.net
Key details
- Status: Approved by Harris County Commissioners Court
- Provider: St. Hope Foundation
- Program: Ryan White Part A HIV services
- Goal: Cut new HIV cases by 90% by 2030
- Services: Testing, medicine, mental health, emergency help
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
This helps our neighbors get HIV testing, medicine, and care when they can't afford it. It keeps families healthy and stops HIV from spreading in Houston. Without this help, many people would get sicker or couldn't get the medicine they need to stay alive.
How this affects households
Under $30,000
Major benefit - free HIV testing, treatment, medications, and emergency financial assistance
$30,000-$60,000
Good access to HIV prevention services and sliding-scale treatment options
$60,000-$100,000
Benefits from community-wide HIV prevention but less need for direct services
Over $100,000
Gains from reduced community HIV transmission but unlikely to use direct services
If this passes
People with HIV can keep getting free medicine, testing, and support. More families get help with housing and bills. Better computer systems help doctors take care of patients faster.
If this does not pass
Many neighbors would lose access to HIV medicine and care. More people could get sick or spread HIV. Families might not get emergency help with rent or utilities when needed.
How to get involved
- 1Start with the snapshot above to know what this is in a glance.
- 2Read why it matters so you can speak to it in your own words.
- 3Weigh in using the button above.
By the numbers
Nearby in All of Us7
Led byHarris County Commissioners Court
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