Primary Department: Institute of Forensic Sciences
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Luis A. Sanchez, M.D., Executive Director & Chief Medical Examiner
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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Grant - Application
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Request by the Institute of Forensic Sciences for approval to submit an application to the Office of the Governor for grant funds in the amount of $150,000, with no required match, for the FY 2026 Criminal Justice Grant Program.
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Background and Discussion:
The purpose of this grant is promote public safety, reduce crime, and improve the criminal justice system.
Expected Impact:
The Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences Crime Laboratory seeks funding to provide overtime for firearms analysis to reduce backlogs and turnaround times.
Alternative Options:
There are few, if any, alternative options for this program.
County Strategic Plan Goal: 1. Make Harris County safer and more just.
County Strategic Plan Objective: B: Reduce criminal legal system exposure that does not advance public safety.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): D1: Enhance reentry program support.
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Economy Initiative (Goal 3): N/A
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