AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas state leaders announced this week the transfer of more than $874 million to support critical public safety and recovery initiatives, such as border security and school safety, during the current biennium.
According to Governor Abbott, The funding will provide $400 million to assist school districts in replacing or upgrading doors, windows, fencing, communications, and other safety measures; $15 million to assist in the construction of a new elementary school in Uvalde; $339 million to the Texas Military Department for continued border security activities related to Operation Lone Star; 20.6 million to support other state agencies under Operation Lone Star to continue responding to the border crisis; and $100 million to the Texas Division of Emergency Management for COVID-19 response expenses.
“The State of Texas is working around the clock to support critical public safety efforts, including protecting communities across the state from the increasing threats pouring across our southern border, as well as enhancing the security of Texas schools,” said Governor Abbott. “Texas continues providing support to the Uvalde community in the aftermath of tragedy as they rebuild. I thank my legislative partners for the swift allocation of these additional funds to ensure the ongoing safety and security of all Texans. Working together, we will continue boosting public safety statewide and supporting Uvalde in their efforts to heal and move forward.”
“Securing the safety of our children and our southern border are issues of paramount importance,” said Lieutenant Governor Patrick. “This action ensures that Texas is in a strong position to confront these issues head-on during the upcoming legislative session.”
The Governor said the legislature will consider school safety issues, including additional school safety funding, during the next legislative session.
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