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What this is
Harris County wants to spend $6,000 on Metro cards, uniforms, and emergency help for youth who need support to stay in school and find jobs.
Type: Financial AuthorizationFile: 26-3288 Status: Introduced Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-05-11
Yissel.Rodriguez@harriscountytx.gov
Key details
- Amount: $6,000 for emergency youth services
- What it buys: Metro cards, school uniforms, furniture vouchers, gift cards
- Who it helps: Youth facing emergencies or financial hardships
- Status: Introduced May 11, 2026, awaiting Commissioners Court vote
- Funding source: County general funds and youth services revenue
Where it reaches
- Address
- 1001 Preston St, 77002
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Why it matters
This $6,000 fund helps local youth get bus passes, school uniforms, and furniture when families face emergencies. Small help now prevents bigger problems later like dropping out of school or homelessness. Strong youth support makes safer, healthier neighborhoods for everyone.
If this passes
Young people in Harris County will have emergency access to bus passes, school supplies, and furniture when their families face financial crises or homelessness.
If this does not pass
Youth services will continue without this extra $6,000 for emergency help with transportation, school needs, and basic furniture for housing.
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
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