City Official
John Whitmire
Mayor, City of Houston
John Whitmire is the Mayor of Houston. He leads the city government and works to make Houston a better place for everyone.
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Offices
Capitol Office901 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002
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Houston's Plan to Fight Climate Change and Keep Our City Safe
The city's roadmap for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving air quality, and building resilience to extreme heat and flooding events.
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Active
Complete Communities: Building Better Neighborhoods
A city initiative investing in historically underserved neighborhoods throu...
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HB 1927Enacted
Texas Law Lets Adults Carry Guns Without Special Permission
Allows eligible Texans aged 21+ to carry handguns without obtaining a license or completing training, effective September 2021.
State
Repealed
Houston Equal Rights Law
A comprehensive anti-discrimination ordinance covering 15 protected charact...
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Active
Houston's Plan to Build Safe Bike Paths
A comprehensive plan to build a 1,800-mile network of on-street bikeways, off-street trails, and bike-friendly infrastructure across Houston.
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Star of Hope MissionStar of Hope gives people who don't have homes a safe place to sleep, hot meals, and programs to help them get jobs and housing. They help men, women, and families rebuild their lives with support and training.
Houston 211 HelplineCall or text 211 to get free help finding food, housing, jobs, healthcare, and other services in Houston. Trained helpers are available 24/7 to connect you with resources in your neighborhood.
Convivir Wellness Hub ServicesAllies in Caring helps immigrant families with free counseling, job search help, housing, food, and healthcare. They offer services in English and Spanish, both in person and online.
Houston Housing AuthorityHelps low-income families find affordable places to live through public housing and rental assistance programs like Section 8.
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Harris
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