Legislation Details

File #: 26-5064    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Memorandum of Understanding Status: Passed
File created: 7/22/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 8/6/2026 Final action: 8/6/2026
Title: Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval to accept the agreement for overtime reimbursement from the Homeland Security Task Force for deputies assigned to the United States Marshal Service.
Attachments: 1. 26-5064 Const. 5-Overtime reimbursement.pdf
Primary Department: Constables
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Constable Terry Allbritton

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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Memorandum of Understanding

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Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): United States Marshal Service

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

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Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item

Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by the Constable of Precinct 5 for approval to accept the agreement for overtime reimbursement from the Homeland Security Task Force for deputies assigned to the United States Marshal Service.
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Background and Discussion:
The United States Marshals Task Force is a collaborative partnership among federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies dedicated to locating and apprehending high-risk fugitives. State and local officers assigned to the task force receive Special Deputy U.S. Marshal authority, enhancing interagency operations and directly supporting the Homeland Security Task Force Program.

Expected Impact:
Work in collaboration with local, state and federal agencies to target organized crime.


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