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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Harris County over its recently implemented guaranteed income program, Uplift Harris.

The program provides nearly 2,000 residents with $500 per month for 18 months, according to Paxton.

The roots of the program, approved by Harris County Commissioners with a 4-1 vote in 2023, lie in its aim to address financial insecurity among residents.

However, Paxton argues that distributing public funds without conditions or oversight violates the state constitution.

Under Uplift Harris, selected households would receive $500 monthly for 18 months, funded by $20.5 million allocated from the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act.

Despite receiving over 59,000 applications, only 1,924 households were chosen through a lottery system, as outlined on the county website.

According to Paxton’s office, the indiscriminate distribution of funds infringes upon the constitutional principle of equal rights.

The Attorney General asserts that Harris County’s approach fails to ensure public benefit and lacks transparency in recipient selection.

The Harris County program mirrors similar efforts seen in the state’s capitol.

The recent pilot program in Austin is aimed at addressing housing insecurity.

Unlike Harris County’s approach, Austin’s program disbursed $1,000 monthly to 85 households at risk of homelessness.

The city council’s decision in 2022 marked Austin as the first major Texas city to utilize tax dollars for guaranteed income programs.

Austin officials emphasized the potential for these programs to foster economic mobility and housing stability.

As the legal battle ramps up, the outcome of Paxton’s lawsuit against Harris County could significantly impact the future of guaranteed income initiatives in Texas and beyond.

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Date and Time: Apr 10, 2024 7:30AM- 7:00PM (CST)
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The DeSoto Police Department is searching for an elderly resident who has been reported missing and is seeking the public’s help.

Deborah Thomas, a 70-year-old DeSoto resident, was last seen Tuesday night around 9:45 p.m. at the intersection of Watercrest Dr. and Lakeview Dr., according to a press release via social media.

Thomas is described as a black female born on June 19th, 1953, and was last seen wearing distinct attire.

She was last seen wearing a white hat, reading glasses, a white and pink jacket, black pants, and mismatched shoes—one red and one blue.

Thomas is also believed to be suffering from dementia and has been known to approach random homes and knock on doors under the impression it is her own residence.

Authorities are waiting for medical paperwork from the family to issue a silver alert, a measure aimed at aiding in the search for missing individuals.

Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any sightings or relevant information to local law enforcement promptly.

If anyone has any information about Deborah Thomas, DeSoto Police is urging the public to contact the authorities at 9-1-1 or SWRCC Non-Emergency at 972-223-6111.

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The DeSoto High School Career & Technical Education department will sponsor a student job fair for DeSoto High School students on May 2, 2024 (view attached flyer). They are currently seeking employers that are interested in participating in the job fair and potentially hiring students that are seeking employment as summer employees, part-time year-round employment, full-time employment for graduating seniors, or paid internships. 

DeSoto High School currently offers the programs of study listed below.  Since many job skills are transferrable the desire is for students to find employment in any area.

If you would like to participate in the student job fair, please click the registration link below or scan the QR code on the flyer.  If you know someone that may be interested, feel free to share this email and flyer with them. 

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EMPLOYER REGISTRATION Thank you for registering for the 2024 DeSoto High School Student Job Fair. The fair will be held on Thursday, May 2, 2024 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at DeSoto High School. forms.gle

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