Harris County is considering a budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The proposed General Fund budget is higher than the previous year's, with an increase of $327 million.
The total proposed budget is $3.1 billion. Costs and potential cuts are being debated by commissioners.
Further details on the budget, including what is driving the increased costs and the potential impact on property taxes, are available from Harris County officials or through local news sources.
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