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Commissioner Rodney Ellis
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Harris County Commissioner, Precinct One. https://linktr.ee/theocre
🚨BREAKING: Federal officials are hiding the identity of the agent who killed Alex Pretti-calling accountability “doxing.” No name,no charges. Back on duty. This is how police states operate. This is authoritarian rule: federal agents kill citizens & the government hides their names in a cover-up.
Beginning today at 12 PM, the Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis, in partnership with the American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast, will open the Lincoln Park Community Center as a 24-hour warming shelter/ Meals and cots will be provided, and we welcome crated pets. 📍979 Grenshaw St, Houston, TX 77088
A joint statement from our Democratic county commissioners about the harmful statement made by Greg Abbott towards the Muslim community. We at HCDP stand together with our Harris County, Texas and national Muslim against the bigotry pushed by Abbott and other U.S. republicans.
Five years ago today, the US Capitol was attacked in an attempt to overturn a free and fair election. Today, we honor those who defended democracy in the face of violence and recommit to truth and accountability. We must never forget nor allow our history to be rewritten to benefit extremists.
We join our community in honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Roderick R. Paige. His lifelong commitment to public education shaped generations of students and educators. Those who wish to pay their final respects are invited to attend the public viewing and funeral services honoring Dr. Paige.
Outrageous. This political maneuver is the latest in a coordinated, racially discriminatory attack on voting rights ordered by Donald Trump, orchestrated by Greg Abbott, and now supported from the bench by Justice Alito. These maps should be thrown out, not upheld by SCOTUS.
The 18th congressional district will go nearly a year without a voice in Congress. Meanwhile, the White House and congressional leadership have drastically cut healthcare and other vital services in the district and across the nation. Our community deserves better. bit.ly/4i7jTSt
Texas governor sets Jan. 31 runoff date for Houston’s 18th Congressional District special election | Houston Public Media
Acting Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee and former Houston City Council member Amanda Edwards are competing for the congressional seat, which has been vacant since the March death of U.S. Rep....
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Ellis said it "fits a broader pattern of political attacks on higher education and institutions serving Black and brown students." bit.ly/3WQUBye
State-ordered investigation into Texas Southern University finances draws scrutiny from local leaders | Houston Public Media
The school in Houston’s Third Ward is one of the largest historically Black universities in the United States, with more than 8,000 students.
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“Today we're taking a historic step in our county. With the first-ever unified worker safety policy for all Harris County contracts, every person working on a county contract will have the right to a safe, fair workplace." - Commissioner Rodney Ellis www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/hou...
Harris County commissioners pass countywide construction safety policy
Harris County commissioners voted to adopt a construction safety policy that empowers officials to terminate contracts with companies that break it.
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No project, dollar, or deadline is worth a human life. Today, Harris County took a historic step forward by passing our first unified Worksite Safety Policy, creating a system to protect every worker on County-funded construction projects.
Good morning, Harris County! Commissioners Court will be live today (November 13) streaming at 9 AM. Agenda: harriscountytx.legistar.com/View.ashx?M=... Watch Live: ow.ly/G5UX50WYs09 #HarrisCounty #CommissionersCourt #HCOCA
I am thinking today of my friend, the great Reverend Jesse Jackson, a dear friend who has always stood up for those in need. Please keep him and his family in heart as he continues to fight his condition today in the hospital. He has always stood up for people, and I will always stand with him.
The shutdown may be over, but this deal ignores the most urgent crisis facing Harris County residents: the loss of affordable health care. See my full statement on the end of the Trump shutdown.
When it comes to the Trump shutdown, the cruelty is the point. See my full statement on the longest shutdown in history. For those seeking food support in the face of the shutdown, please contact my office and visit ReadyHarris.org.
November 1, 2025 | Statement from Commissioner Rodney Ellis on the White House’s Crusade to Deny Benefits to Working Families 32 Days into the Shutdown
"It's pretty embarrassing in the third-largest county in America, in 2025. You got some glaring discrimination," Ellis added. "It's hard to ignore and impossible to justify." Read at ➡️ www.chron.com/politics/art... or the 🔗 in the bio.
Harris County eyes $66M overhaul to end 29% pay gap for women of color
Commissioner Rodney Ellis wants to end the disparity.
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What have Harris County Democrats done this week? October 12- October 19, 2025 @abbiekamin.bsky.social @rodneyellis.bsky.social @genefortexas.bsky.social @jon-rosenthaltx.bsky.social @repmorales145.bsky.social @cdmenefee.bsky.social @anniseparker.bsky.social @cghollins.bsky.social
“Only 1.3 million dollars were added to an existing fund that has already been working with very respected legal and support groups for those communities,” Ellis said. www.univision.com/local/housto...
Condado Harris aprueba $1.3 millones para la defensa de inmigrantes en proceso de deportación
Con cuatro votos a favor y uno en contra, el Condado Harris amplió el financiamiento al fondo de defensa legal para inmigrantes. El comisionado del Precinto 3 fue el único voto en contra. Tom Ramsey a...
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Wishing a very happy birthday to former Vice President Kamala Harris, a trailblazer, barrier breaker, and unwavering advocate for justice and equality. I’m honored to call you a friend and deeply grateful for your service to our country.
Statement from Commissioner Rodney Ellis on the Removal of the Montrose Rainbow Crosswalks
Happy heavenly birthday, George Perry Floyd Jr. Join us tonight for a community conversation on justice and safety from 6:30 PM to 8 PM at 2787 El Camino, Houston, TX 77054, as we reflect on our progress, the work ahead, and how we continue reimagining justice. RSVP: bit.ly/RSVPJustice-....
10.10.2025 • STATEMENT FROM COMMISSIONER RODNEY ELLIS ON THE UNITE HERE STRIKE
Today, we celebrated the grand opening of Legacy Elementary School! I’m humbled to serve on the Uvalde Moving Forward Foundation board as we mark this milestone. This school is more than a building; it’s a symbol of resilience, hope, and the strength of Uvalde.
On what would have been George Floyd’s 51st birthday, I invite you to a community conversation on how Harris County continues to reimagine justice and safety. 📅Tuesday, October 14, 2025 ⏰6:30 PM – 8:30 PM 📍2787 El Camino, Houston, TX 77054 RSVP today at bit.ly/RSVPJustice-Safety
"State extremists in Texas are altering school curriculums to minimize the brutal truths of slavery, racial injustice and police brutality," Ellis said. "They are disproportionately purging books by LGBTQIA authors, women and authors of color." www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...
Harris County libraries urge residents to check out banned books
Harris County Public Library System is designated as a book sanctuary.
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Statement from Commissioner Rodney Ellis on Governor Abbott’s Threat to Withhold Road Funds Over Rainbow Crosswalks
Harris County election workers are the guardians of our Democracy. This morning, we gathered for our annual training and breakfast with our local election judges. We thank them for their service and for standing on the front lines to protect the sacred right to vote.
