Rodney Ellis
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Harris County Commissioner @hcpct1
Houston, Texas
Joined March 2009
We’re strengthening our community by making sure families have access to the fresh, healthy food they deserve. Join India House and the Houston Food Bank this Wednesday, December 10, from 10:30 to 11:30 AM for a free grocery distribution at 8888 West Bellfort Avenue. All are
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Statement on the Passing of Secretary Rod Paige I am deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Rod Paige, a trailblazing educator, proud Houstonian, and devoted public servant. From the classroom to the US Cabinet, he spent his life expanding opportunity for children and
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We move this county forward when we stand up, speak out, and take responsibility for our democracy. Today is the final day to vote in the December 13th Joint Runoff Elections. Polls are open across Harris County, and voters can cast their ballots at any location. Find a polling
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SEED is more than a grants program; it is an investment in community-led solutions and in the people who know their neighborhoods best. My office was proud to host the official launch of the SEED Initiative, a cornerstone of our Harris County Climate Justice Plan. This year, we
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J. Frank Dobie said, “I have come to value liberated minds as the supreme good of life on Earth.” These words very well describe my friend Bill Ratliff, who passed away earlier this morning. Lieutenant Governor Ratliff was a true statesman who prioritized the people of Texas
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Every Texan deserves access to quality, affordable health care that keeps families healthy and communities strong. While premiums are rising this year, enrolling through the Affordable Care Act still offers many families their best path to comprehensive, reliable coverage.
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On this Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, we confront the truth that freedom is never free. We honor the courage of the men and women who stood in defense of our country at Pearl Harbor, answering duty with unwavering resolve. May we always remember their sacrifice and carry their
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Every person deserves to feel safe in their own home. As a community, we must speak up, show up, and support the organizations doing the hard work to end domestic violence. We have made progress through significant investments that prevent abuse and lift survivors. But our
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Harris County is proud to be a welcoming, inclusive community where every visitor can feel at home. I was proud to join FIFA officials in announcing the draw for teams competing in the 2026 World Cup in Houston. In just six months, the world will join us here in Harris County,
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Today marks the 70th anniversary of the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a pivotal moment when ordinary people took an extraordinary step toward achieving justice. What started small grew into a movement of over 40,000 people fighting against bus segregation. Our Moving Monuments pay
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I stand with my fellow Texans in the fight to defend our right to fair representation, not the handful of justices overriding the law to protect an illegal map. The right to vote is protected by the Constitution. By approving maps ordered by Trump and drawn by Abbott, the
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We empower our community by providing residents with clear information, meaningful access, and genuine opportunities to participate in the decisions that shape their lives. Join the @HoustonFoodBank for a civic engagement session designed to equip residents with the tools,
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Yesterday, my team was proud to celebrate the grand opening of New Hope Ennis, which will provide 102 affordable homes for seniors in East Downtown/Third Ward. I am proud to support the $9M in American Rescue Plan Act funds from the Biden-Harris administration to help fund this
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Donald Trump wants South Africa out of the G20 as it gears up for world summit - BBC News
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The US leader has repeatedly accused South Africa of persecuting its white minority - which Pretoria denies.
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From Harris County, Texas to Santiago de Cali — congratulations to our friends launching the first CaliAfro Territorial Services: CaliAfro in Schools, CaliAfro Empowers, and CaliAfro Connects! When advocacy meets public policy, we move civil rights forward across the globe.
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“Each person must live their life as a model for others.” Rosa Parks On this day in 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat, sparking a 13-month bus boycott in Montgomery, Alabama. Let this serve as a reminder that one courageous act can alter the course of history. We
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Glad to catch up with my friend Representative Tony Coelho, a champion for disability rights and the author of the Americans with Disabilities Act. At a time when civil rights are being challenged across the country, his voice and his leadership matter more than ever. We will
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November is Diabetes Awareness Month and in Harris County, we are working to ensure that individuals have access to healthcare. Black Americans are disproportionately affected by diabetes, facing higher rates due to genetic, socioeconomic, and healthcare access challenges.
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ICYMI: At the November 13th Commissioners Court, we passed the first‑ever comprehensive Worksite Safety Policy in Harris County, because no project or deadline is worth a human life. Together, we’re building a safer, fairer Harris County for every worker, every family, every
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Strengthening and standardizing worker safety.
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