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Montgomery County selects potential site for $1 billion jail
Summary by Conroe News Editorial Desk · As published by Houston Chronicle
· August 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Details about the site and the project are available from the Houston Chronicle, which reported on the selection of the potential site for the $1 billion jail in Montgomery County.
Montgomery County has identified a potential location for a new jail. The project is expected to cost $1 billion. Further information about the proposed jail can be found through the Houston Chronicle. Details about the site and the project are available from the Houston Chronicle, which reported on the selection of the potential site for the $1 billion jail in Montgomery County.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 3, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Chronicle ·
Reading time: 1 min
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