Paxton sues Harris County
Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Harris County over new version of ‘Uplift Harris’ program
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is not letting up on efforts to stop the controversial Uplift Harris program.
Ken Paxton vs. Harris County: The battle over guaranteed income continues
It's the second time the Texas attorney general has filed suit against the county over the program that provides financial assistance to low-income families.
Texas Attorney General’s office sues Harris County over revised basic income program
Paxton earlier this year struck down the county's efforts to provide monthly stipends to lower-income families. He requested the state prohibit payments under the county's pilot guaranteed income program.
Paxton Challenges Harris County’s Retooled Low-Income Program
A revamped payment program for low-income residents of Texas’s Harris County has some of the same legal problems as the original program that was blocked by the state’s highest court, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) said in a lawsuit Thursday.
Ken Paxton sues again to block Harris County's latest guaranteed income program
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is again suing Harris County over its guaranteed income initiative, alleging that the latest version of the program still violates the Texas Constitution despite modifications officials made to pass muster.
Texas AG Ken Paxton suing Harris County over 'Uplift Harris 2.0'
Texas AG Ken Paxton has filed another lawsuit against Harris County regarding the 'Uplift Harris 2.0' program, which would give $500 to nearly 2,000 residents per month for 18 months.
Harris County attorney slams Texas AG Ken Paxton over lawsuit targeting latest guaranteed income program
Christian Menefee accused Paxton of "using people living in poverty as a means to score political points" after he challenged the guaranteed income program again.
Harris County approves $2.6 billion budget and tax rate increase for 2025
Harris County Commissioners Court on Thursday gave final approval to its financial plan for the upcoming year, including an 8 ...
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Harris County raises property tax rates, OKs $2.6 billion budget over Ogg’s objections
Baked into this year’s budget is the start of a five-year plan to offset any future structural deficits via higher fees and ...
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Harris County passes 2025 budget, includes property tax increase from 3.5% to 8%
Harris County Commissioners passed a $2.67 billion budget for Fiscal Year 2025, which has generated heated and emotional ...
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Q&A: Get to know commissioner candidates running for Harris County Precinct 3
Republican incumbent Tom Ramsey and Democratic candidate Saleem Malik will be on the Nov. 5 ballot for the Harris County ...
Harris County allowing fireworks sales for Diwali
Fireworks were seen at commissioner's court as they discuss fireworks being sold for Diwali. FOX 26's Damali Keith has more ...
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Harris County approves Diwali fireworks sales season, despite fire safety concerns
Harris County Commissioners voted to add a fireworks sales season specifically for Diwali, despite concerns raised by fire chiefs about potential safety risks.
DUI Charge Against Harris County Judge Dismissed
The motion to dismiss was filed after special prosecutors determined there was no alcohol or drugs in the judge's system.
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Harris County approves increase in property tax rate for FY 2024-25
Harris County commissioners approved an increase in the county's property tax rate at a Sept. 19 meeting. The tax rate was ...