Legislation Details

File #: 25-6682    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Financial Authorization Status: Passed
File created: 10/8/2025 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 10/16/2025 Final action: 10/16/2025
Title: Request by the District Attorney for approval to use the department's procurement card (P-card), purchase orders, and/or reimburse personnel for expenses, including food and beverages, incurred for various county functions, events, meetings, presentations, conferences, community outreach functions, internal staff trainings and official meetings in an amount not to exceed $50,000 for the period of October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.
Primary Department: District Attorney
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Sean Teare, District Attorney

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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Supplemental RCA

Type of Request: Financial Authorization

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MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request

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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the District Attorney for approval to use the department's procurement card (P-card), purchase orders, and/or reimburse personnel for expenses, including food and beverages, incurred for various county functions, events, meetings, presentations, conferences, community outreach functions, internal staff trainings and official meetings in an amount not to exceed $50,000 for the period of October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026.
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Background and Discussion:
The Harris County District Attorney's Office (HCDAO) is dedicated to fostering stronger relationships with local communities and promoting a culture of collaboration and transparency. To support these efforts, we are seeking approval to use the department's P-Card, purchase orders, or reimburse personnel, as needed, for expenditures made pertaining to activities and events relative to the DA's Office that further those initiatives, including food and beverages. The activities and events include, but are not limited to, community outreach programs, staff trainings, internal meetings, and other official engagements. All purchases will be made from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2026, with the total expenses not to exceed $50,000.

Expected Impact:
Approval of this request will support meani...

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