Montgomery County approves new $546M budget, includes county raises and property tax rate increase

Montgomery County commissioners approved a $546 million budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year following a 3-2 vote on Tuesday. This new financial plan incorporates property tax rate increases and raises for county employees. Meanwhile, in Harris County, a proposed property tax hike has stalled after a heated budget debate. These developments highlight contrasting fiscal outcomes for the two counties as they manage their respective budgets and tax strategies for the upcoming period.