Legislation Details

File #: 25-7480    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Memorandum of Understanding Status: Passed
File created: 11/14/2025 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 12/11/2025 Final action: 12/11/2025
Title: Request for approval of an agreement with The University of Houston System Police Departments to provide police services for safety, law enforcement, and assist with investigations on University of Houston campuses.

Primary Department: Sheriff

Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Ed Gonzalez, Sheriff

 

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Type of Request: Memorandum of Understanding

 

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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):

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Request for approval of an agreement with The University of Houston System Police Departments to provide police services for safety, law enforcement, and assist with investigations on University of Houston campuses.

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Background and Discussion:

The agreement between the UH System Police Departments and the Department outlines their roles and responsibilities to improve safety in their communities. It aims to ensure thorough investigations, support disciplinary and legal processes, protect the rights of the accused, and provide proper support to sexual assault victims, while coordinating efforts across different communities and jurisdictions.

 

 

 

 

Expected Impact:

 

 The expected impact on the community includes enhanced safety and trust due to clearer roles and coordinated responses to sexual assault cases. More thorough and effective investigations leading to increased accountability and justice. Better protection of legal rights for all parties involved, promoting fairness. Improved support services for victims, helping their recovery and well-being. Stronger collaboration between departments, resulting in more efficient prevention and response efforts across communities.

Overall, the agreement aims to create safer, more supportive, and more just communities.

 

 

 

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Anticipated Court Date: 12/11/2025

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Emergency/Disaster Recovery Note: Not an emergency, disaster, or ARPA related item

 

Contact(s) name, title, department: John Nanny, Assistant Chief, Harris County Sheriff’s Office

 

Attachments (if applicable): Agreement between Harris County and the University of Houston System Police Departments.