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AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated new law enforcement graduates who answered the call to serve and protect their fellow Texans at the Texas Department of Public Safety’s Recruit Class C-2022 Graduation Ceremony in Austin. During his keynote address, the Governor congratulated the 60 graduate troopers on completing the rigorous 29-week training program and highlighted DPS’ critical role in protecting Texans across the state.
“Whatever the danger, DPS troopers are the go-to team to protect our state,” said Governor Abbott. “At this moment in time, you play a more pivotal role than ever before—and your job has never been more demanding or more essential. As you take your oath today as DPS troopers, you have answered a higher calling to serve our state and all who call it home. Whatever the challenge, you are now a part of the DPS legacy—a legacy built by heroes. Congratulations on this tremendous achievement, and thank you for your service to Texas.”
DPS Class C-2022 graduates included 26 military veterans, 10 women, 19 with prior law enforcement experience, and 25 who speak more than one language. Class C-2022 graduates will report to their individual duty stations on May 28, 2023.
