Harris County Approves Extra Pay for FIFA World Cup Support Staff
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Harris County employees providing services during the 2026 FIFA World Cup (May 30–July 10) would receive special overtime pay. This affects how county departments staff and fund operations during that period.
If this passes
County employees working extra hours during the World Cup window receive Z-time pay, funded within current department budgets. No new budget appropriation is described.
If this does not pass
Without this policy, county employees working extra hours during the World Cup would not receive Z-time pay under this special designation.
Harris County Commissioners Court approved special overtime pay (called Z-time) for county employees who will support services during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This policy covers the pay periods from May 30 to July 10, 2026, when the World Cup takes place in Houston and other cities. The policy ensures county workers get fair compensation for extra hours during this major international event.
The FIFA World Cup will bring millions of visitors to our region, creating huge demands on county services like transportation, public safety, health services, and emergency management. County employees will work longer hours to keep essential services running smoothly while supporting the influx of tourists and soccer fans. This policy shows Harris County is preparing early to handle the World Cup's impact on our community.
The extra pay comes from existing department budgets, so no new taxes are needed. County employees in departments like the Sheriff's Office, Public Health, and Emergency Management will likely benefit from this policy. Residents can expect county services to continue operating effectively during the World Cup.
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To learn more about county policies or attend Commissioners Court meetings, contact Elizabeth Thornton at Elizabeth.Thornton@fmo.hctx.
net or visit Harris County's website for meeting schedules and agendas.
Type: PolicyFile: 26-3047 Status: Passed Legislative Body: Commissioners Court Introduced: 2026-05-01 Passed: 2026-05-14
Elizabeth.Thornton@fmo.hctx.net
Key Details
- Status: Approved by Harris County Commissioners Court
- Pay type: Z-time (special overtime pay)
- Dates covered: May 30 – July 10, 2026
- Funding source: Existing department budgets
- Contact: Elizabeth.Thornton@fmo.hctx.net
Contact & Location
- Address
- 1001 Preston St 77002
- Phone
- 713-755-5000
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