Legislation Details

File #: 26-6735    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Memorandum of Understanding Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 10/1/2026 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 10/15/2026 Final action:
Title: Request for approval of a partnership agreement with the Earl Carl Institute for Legal and Social Policy, Inc. for the promotion of more accessible, approachable, and easier to obtain legal assistance for Harris County residents.
Attachments: 1. 3a. 26GEN2798_Pct 1_ Programming Agreement (TSU - Earl Carl Institute)_vFinal-combined (1).pdf
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Primary Department: Commissioner, Precinct 1
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Commissioner Rodney Ellis

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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA

Type of Request: Memorandum of Understanding

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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval of a partnership agreement with the Earl Carl Institute for Legal and Social Policy, Inc. for the promotion of more accessible, approachable, and easier to obtain legal assistance for Harris County residents.
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County Strategic Plan Goal: 1. Make Harris County safer and more just.
County Strategic Plan Objective: E: Increase efficiency across the legal system.
Justice/Safety Initiative (Goal 1): D3: Improve outcomes for indigent defendants through holistic services and connections to necessary resources.
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Location: Precinct 1
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Precinct(s): Precinct 1

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