Legislation Details

File #: 26-1448    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 2/16/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 2/26/2026 Final action: 2/26/2026
Title: Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing Harris County Public Library's Career Online High School 2025 graduates.
Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 2
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Commissioner Adrian Garcia

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Type of Request: Resolution

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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Commissioner of Precinct 2 for approval of a resolution recognizing Harris County Public Library's Career Online High School 2025 graduates.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County Public Library, in partnership with Smart Horizons Career Online Education, offers qualifying adult learners the opportunity to earn an accredited high school diploma and a career certificate through its Career Online High School program.

Expected Impact:
For an investment of approximately $1,000 per scholarship, every graduate generates an estimated $292,000 in lifetime savings to taxpayers through reduced reliance on social services, decreased crime and public health costs, and increased tax revenue.

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