Primary Department: Sheriff
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Ed Gonzalez
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Type of Request: Position
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Request by the Sheriff's Office for approval of 1) the Medical Escort Pilot program, pursuant to prior approval of the interlocal agreement with Harris Health on correctional health, and 2) twenty-three (23) positions effective March 7, 2026.
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Background and Discussion:
Harris County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with Harris Health, seeks to establish Harris County Jail Correctional Health as the gold standard in the delivery of medical services to inmate patients. Both partners continuously strive to implement processes in furtherance of this goal.
Pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) entered by Harris County and Harris Health, and approved by Commissioners Court in February 2025, the Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) respectfully seeks court approval for the Medical Escort Pilot Program referenced in the ILA.
The Medical Escort Pilot Program, with an anticipated trial period not to exceed twelve (12) months, is limited to the delivery of medical services by Harris Health, medical provider, at the 1200 Baker Street jail clinic. With success of the Medical Escort Pilot Program after the initial 12-month trial period, it is anticipated the program will be expanded to all four HCSO downtown jail facilities.
Furthermore, it is projected that the Medical Escort Pilot Program will require twenty-three pos...
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