Economic Equity
News releases
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Commissioner Ellis Champions Equity in Enterprise: Registration Now Open for FIFA World Cup 26 Houston Vendor Opportu...
Learn about upcoming economic development opportunities.
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Harris County Raises First Pride Flag, Commissioner Ellis Defends LGBTQIA+ Rights
Commissioner Rodney Ellis leads Harris County in celebrating Pride Month, spotlighting LGBTQIA+ rights, anti-discrimination, and inclusive community initiatives.
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Harris County Names 3-Building Complex After Artist John T. Biggers in Houston
Harris County dedicates a 3-building complex in Third Ward as the John and Hazel Biggers Campus, honoring muralist John T. Biggers’ art and legacy.
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Commissioners Ellis and Briones Announce Major Minimum Wage Boost for Workers
Commissioners Ellis and Briones announce plan to increase Harris County minimum wage to $21.65, supporting living wage and job quality for workers.
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Commissioner Ellis’s Statement on Erica Lee Carter Succeeding her Mother to Represent 18th Congressional District
Congresswoman-elect Erica Lee Carter, the daughter of late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee and an employee of the Office of Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, will be sworn in today to succe...
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Honoring Our Veterans
Five years ago, Harris County launched a Veterans Services Department staffed by dedicated caseworkers and coordinators, including many combat veterans who know firsthand what it means to serve. Si...