Primary Department: Human Resources and Talent
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Andrea Coughlin Rowley, Chief People Officer
Secondary Department: N/A
Secondary Department Head/Elected Official: N/A
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Policy
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Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% Grant Indirect Costs Rate (if applicable): N/A - Not a grant item
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of amendments to the Harris County Personnel Policies and Procedures.
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Background and Discussion:
Human Resources and Talent has completed a comprehensive review and update of the Harris County Personnel Policies and Procedures (HCPPP). The resulting amendments - both substantive and non-substantive - strengthen employee protections, improve operational clarity, and align County policy with current legal standards. These amendments are effective August 8, 2026. Upon approval, HRT will coordinate countywide distribution to all departments. Minor non-substantive and formatting changes may be made prior to distribution.
These amendments also introduce a new Section 16, codifying the Consultation Policy consistent with Commissioners Court's resolution of March 19, 2026 (Agenda Item 282).
Expected Impact:
These amendments are policy-driven and are not anticipated to result in significant fiscal impact to the County, other than Section 16. The financial impact of Section 16 will be conveyed in a separate RCA regarding the Consultation Policy.
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County Strategic Plan Goal: N/A
County Strategic Plan Objective: K: Provide workers with training and other supports (e.g. child care) to participate fully in the local eco...
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