What this is
Harris County renews contract for specialized equipment that tests our water for dangerous chemicals and heavy metals to keep our families safe.
Type: Contract - RenewalFile: 26-3093 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-05-03 Passed: 2026-05-14
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Key details
- Status: Approved by Commissioners Court
- Cost: $133,184 for one year
- Contract period: August 2026 to August 2027
- Purpose: Test water for toxic metals and pollution
- Coverage: All of Harris County water sources
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
This equipment tests our water for dangerous metals like lead and mercury that can make families sick. Quick testing helps keep drinking water safe in schools and neighborhoods across Harris County.
If this passes
Harris County will keep using advanced equipment to test water for dangerous chemicals and metals. This helps catch pollution problems quickly to protect families.
If this does not pass
The county would lose important tools to test water quality. This could mean slower detection of pollution that might harm public health.
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By the numbers
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