Houston Daily

Governor Greg Abbott attended the Texas Department of Public Safety's (DPS) 90th anniversary celebration and graduation ceremony for Recruit Class A-2025 at Great Hills Baptist Church. In his keynote address, Governor Abbott recognized the achievements of more than 120 new DPS troopers who completed a 30-week training program.

“DPS has a legendary place in the history of Texas,” said Governor Abbott. “Of the 90 years of service, DPS plays a far more pivotal role than ever before. DPS troopers are the go-to team to keep our state safe. Whatever the challenge, you are now part of the DPS legacy—a legacy built by heroes. Congratulations on this tremendous achievement, and thank you for your service to Texas.”

The graduating class includes 52 military veterans, 19 women, 14 individuals with prior law enforcement experience, and 55 graduates who speak more than one language. The new troopers will begin their assignments at individual duty stations starting September 1, 2025.

Other attendees at the ceremony included Public Safety Commission Commissioner Larry Long, PSC Commissioner Nelda Luce Blair, DPS Director Freeman Martin, as well as other state and law enforcement officials.