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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · 4d

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.

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · 5d

The government’s duty is to protect dignity, not deny it.

End the Trump shutdown.
Keep NFIP issuing policies.
Fund WIC and SNAP.
Extend ACA subsidies.
Put working families first and honor the oath to serve.

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · 9d

Join us tomorrow night for Communities First: Flooding, Resilience, and Environmental Justice, a robust conversation with Dr. Robert Bullard of the @bullardcenter and moderated by Sonny Messiah-Jiles of the Houston Defender (@defendernetwork).

RSVP today at bit.ly/DrBullardLT.

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · 13d

As we face cuts from the Trump Admin & revenue caps from the state, it's more critical than ever for Harris County to stand up for working people.
Thank you Rep.
@jon-rosenthaltx.bsky.social
for stopping by Commissioners Court to call attention to the state's attacks on local governments.

Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · 14d

While I am disappointed that the budget has passed, I will never stop fighting for the working people of Harris County.

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · 22d

9.16.2025 | Statement from Commissioner Rodney Ellis on County Judge Lina Hidalgo’s decision to
not seek another term

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · 26d

9/12/2025 | Statement from Commissioner Rodney Ellis on Harris County’s Deep Cuts to Programs for Working Families

Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · 27d

“It’s a disgrace,” said Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis in an interview on Wednesday. “The governor should be ashamed of himself.”

www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/tex...

Nearly 1M Houstonians have gone 190 days without a member of Congress

Nearly 1 million people in Houston still don’t have a member of Congress six months after U.S. Rep. Sylvester Turner died in office.

www.houstonchronicle.com

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Sep 5

The Trump administration’s decision to revoke the EPA’s Endangerment Finding ignores real and growing threats.

We need leadership that puts people before polluters and stands up for climate action - not more denial and delay.

www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...

Why Houstonians are pushing back on Trump climate rollbacks

Houston's emissions and extreme weather vulnerability make it "ground zero for climate change," according to local critics of a proposed end to the EPA's endangerment finding.

www.houstonchronicle.com

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Aug 11

Last week, Commissioners Court passed on considering a new revenue rate.

Trump and Abbott have tied the county's hands so they can undercut our services.

We must do everything we can this budget season to ensure our budget reflects the values and needs of the people of Harris County.

Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Aug 4

The Office of Commissioner Rodney Ellis is hosting Budget Town Halls to discuss what’s on the table this year, including labor protections, healthcare, housing, and more.

Join us to learn how the budget process works and impacts your neighborhood.

🔗 RSVP now: bit.ly/4lhuD0D

Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jul 26

Proud to see Houstonians showing up to fight back against unjust redistricting and assaults on our right to vote.

Let it be known: when democracy is under attack, our community will stand up and fight back.

We must keep speaking out, working toward change, and ensuring that every voice is heard.

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jul 21

Honored to speak at the Marcus Netherly Scholarship 25 years ago.

Now in its 33rd year, I returned as the keynote speaker to honor Marcus, a 14-year-old victim of gun violence.

Gratitude to Mr. & Mrs. Netherly and Reverend Lernette P. Patterson for their commitment to our community and children.

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jul 7

My heart breaks for the families and loved ones of the 27 campers and counselors who lost their lives in the devastating floods at Camp Mystic.

This tragedy is a painful reminder that extreme weather is no longer rare; it's a reality we must be prepared for.

www.khou.com/article/news...

Camp Mystic confirms 27 dead as Texas flood death toll rises to 93

Search crews in Texas are racing against time to find dozens of missing people as rainfall threatens more flooding.

www.khou.com

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Ken Martin @kenmartin.bsky.social · Jul 1

The way someone treats seniors speaks volumes about their politics.

These Senate Republicans just voted to screw seniors over to give billionaires like Donald Trump a tax cut.

Image displaying photos of 50 U.S. Senate Republicans with their names and states, above the headline: '50 Senate Republicans voted to close at least 1 in 4 nursing homes'.

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Gracie12 📎 @gracienlucy.bsky.social · Jun 30

A person sitting in front of a wall of books. The caption reads, "reading can seriously damage your ignorance."

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jun 24

I had a great meeting with Sonia Corrales, the Interim President and CEO of the Houston Area Women’s Center.

She and her team's work at HAWC is not only incredible but life-changing.

Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jun 23

“The problem with Kim Ogg is she’s an unhappy human being, and she is desperately auditioning to be U.S. Attorney,’ he said. ‘I would say to my friends on the other side of the aisle to be careful.”

www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/hou...

Former Harris County DA Kim Ogg confirms a rumor about her political future

Former Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg spouts unproven claims of 2022 election fraud and blisters Houston leaders in appearance at two recent Republican events.

www.houstonchronicle.com

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jun 19

🚨 UPDATE 🚨

Deussen Park will be open to the public on Thursday, June 19.

The boat ramp will be closed until further notice.

There is no programming in the Deussen Community Center due to the Juneteenth holiday closure.

Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jun 18

Search underway at Lake Houston for missing woman who fell off jet ski, law enforcment reports

www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston...

Search underway at Lake Houston for missing woman who fell off jet ski

Law enforcement say a search is underway at Lake Houston after receiving a report that a woman fell off a jet ski.

www.houstonchronicle.com

Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jun 17

While in D.C. for the NexGen Service Summer Policy Academy, I stopped at @algreen.house.gov and @jonathanjackson.house.gov offices.

The work continues on the Hill in Washington, D.C.

Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jun 17

"I think we've reached a point where some people in government are more interested in tax breaks for billionaires, or whatever they can do to help the people who already own the buses, than those people who have to get on the buses." - Ellis
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Harris County cancels Uplift Harris program with plans to use $18M for other programs

All commissioners, except for Commissioner Tom Ramsey, voted to reallocate the money into rental assistance, homelessness, and nutrition programs.

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jun 17

"While extremists across the state seek to pass a radical agenda that perpetuate poverty rather than addressing it, we will continue to fight for families, the working people and for a brighter future for Harris County," Ellis said.

www.khou.com/article/news...

Harris County guaranteed income program for low-income families officially off the table

A program that would have provided $500 a month to low-income families in Harris County is officially off the table.

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Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jun 17

Commissioner Rodney Ellis and County Attorney Christian Menefee said Thursday’s vote to end Uplift Harris came after an all-out assault on the program spearheaded by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Republican leaders in Austin.

www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/hou...

Ken Paxton, other Republicans, to blame for end of Uplift Harris, officials say

Republican state leaders deliberately undermined Harris County’s failed guaranteed income program, county officials said during a Friday morning news conference.

www.houstonchronicle.com

Commissioner Rodney Ellis @rodneyellis.bsky.social · Jun 17

“Attorney General Paxton misled the public and politicized this program to serve his own personal agenda over needs of working families,” said Ellis.

www.click2houston.com/news/local/2...

Uplift Harris County program ends after legal challenge from Texas Attorney General

A guaranteed income program meant to help struggling families in Harris County is officially over, following a legal challenge from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton.

www.click2houston.com