Primary Department: Human Resources and Talent
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Andrea Coughlin Rowley, Chief People Officer
Secondary Department: County Attorney
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Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Policy
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Request for discussion and possible action to authorize Human Resources and Talent to amend the Harris County Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual to include amendments to Section 6, Workplace Safety, and Section 12.044, Wellness Leave.
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Background and Discussion:
A recent compliance review found that the Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual does not currently address firearms or other prohibited items in County facilities.
HRT recommends adding Section 6.04, within Section 6 (Workplace Safety), directing employees to comply with the Building Standards adopted by Commissioners Court and applicable to County facilities, including firearms, smoking, alcohol, and other prohibited activities, consistent with the section's existing entries
Separately, HRT recommends amending Section 12.044 (Wellness Leave) to include additional language regarding leave requests, documentation, and coordination with other leave benefits. The version adopted August 8, 2026, covers eligibility and entitlement only; this amendment adds related details, including appropriate uses, leave requests, documentation, and coordination with FMLA/ADA, as new Sections 12.0442 through 12.0445, without changing eligibility or the existing 24-hour allotment.
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This item involves two c...
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