Governmental Body
Houston Independent School District
Start Date for Suspension
End Date for Suspension
Contact Name
Katheryne Ellison
Contact Title
Assistant General Counsel
City
Houston
County
Harris
Governmental Body Type
Independent school district
Reason for Suspension
Natural Disaster
Description
On July 6, 2024, acting Lt. Governor Dan Patrick issued a disaster declaration in response to Hurricane Beryl, which made landfall in the early morning hours of July 8, 2024. The Houston Independent School District has closed buildings to both the public and staff as a result of the storm. In addition, the storm has resulted in widespread power outages throughout the region. Accordingly, key personnel do not have access, electronically or physically, to documents that would allow this governmental body to comply with deadlines set forth by the Texas Public Information Act.