What this is
Harris County got $903K in federal funds to speed up DNA testing and solve crimes faster across our community.
Type: GrantFile: 26-3244 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-05-06 Passed: 2026-05-14
Mary.Cesar@harriscountytx.gov
Key details
- Grant Amount: $903,154 from US Department of Justice
- Status: Approved by County Commissioners in May 2026
- Cost to Residents: $0 - fully funded by federal government
- Affected Area: All of Harris County including Houston and suburbs
- Contact: Mary.Cesar@harriscountytx.gov for more information
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
Faster DNA testing means quicker arrests of dangerous criminals, faster clearing of innocent suspects, and solving cold cases that have waited years for answers. This makes our entire Harris County community safer with no cost to local taxpayers.
If this passes
DNA testing gets faster with new staff and equipment. Cases get solved quicker. Dangerous criminals get caught sooner. Cold cases finally get answers.
If this does not pass
DNA testing stays slow. Cases continue sitting for months or years. Criminals stay free longer. Families wait longer for justice and answers.
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By the numbers
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