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Lt. Governor Patrick Releases Interim Study Topics for Texas Senate Committees
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has issued 57 charges for Senate committees to study in preparation for the 89th Legislature. Lt. Gov. Patrick made the following statement upon issuing the charges.
Wyatt Ranches Donates More than $1 Million Dollars to Support Area Organizations
Wyatt Ranches Foundation has granted the DPSTF with $60,000 for scholarships, 100% fully funded for the fourth consecutive year. We are renaming our scholarship program the “Wyatt Ranches Foundation, DPS Troopers Foundation Scholarship program.” The application period for this year's scholarship will open on April 15th.
2024 Texas Primary Election: A Closer Look at Voter Turnout
The 2024 Texas primary elections have unfolded, but the story isn’t just about who’s winning or losing; it’s about who’s not showing up to the polls.
Trooper Carlos Ray Warren TMU boat and Highway Memorial dedication
Trooper Carlos Ray Warren was shot and killed in 1991 on SH 71 East of Austin. 33 years later DPS honors his sacrifice by dedicating a new Tactical Marine Unit with his name. The Troopers who worked with Carlos purchased a highway memorial sign that DPSOA worked to get passed in the Legislature. That highway memorial will be erected when highway construction is completed near Hwy 71 and Toll Road 130.