AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued this statement today following the bipartisan passage of Senate Bill 36, Establishing a Homeland Security Division within DPS, by Sen. Tan Parker, R-Flower Mound:

“Whether it is dealing with border security, emergency preparedness, or protecting critical infrastructure, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and local law enforcement statewide deal with a wide array of homeland security challenges. By creating a Homeland Security Division within DPS, we can centralize vital homeland security operations within DPS, resulting in a better prepared and protected Texas. The Senate and I prioritized SB 36 because keeping Texas safe is one of our top priorities. I thank Sen. Parker for his leadership on this key legislation to help our state face any future threats head-on.”

Senate Bill 36, by Sen. Tan Parker, establishes a Homeland Security Division within Texas DPS.