DPS would like to recognize Sgt. Dakota Keenon & Trooper Scott Lewis, as the recipients of a Lifesaving Award. In Nov. 2023, a visitor to the State Capitol collapsed & stop breathing. The quick response by Scott & Lewis resulted in the saving of a life. bit.ly/4fXK6Bv

DPS' annual #LaborDay traffic enforcement initiative started today and runs through Monday, Sept. 2. Many of us will be celebrating the long weekend with family and friends, and DPS wants to remind you to do so responsibly. Find #LaborDay safety tips at bit.ly/4dIMz0X.

It’s a wrap on week one for DPS Recruit Class C-2024. Friday morning, these 164 men and women received an official welcome from the Texas Highway Patrol - the division they will join after graduation. Take a listen as they hear from THP Chief Bryan Rippee. #dps

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🗓️🚘 Four Months To Go: Changes Coming to Texas’ Vehicle Safety Inspection Program 🗓️🚘 Beginning January 1, 2025, most vehicle safety inspections will be eliminated in Texas. What does this mean for you? Read more about the changes coming to Texas at bit.ly/3L779LV.

Happy #LaborDay, Texas! As you enjoy the holiday today, please do so responsibly and make safety your No. 1 priority!

REMINDER: DPS' annual #LaborDay traffic enforcement initiative runs through today, and Troopers will be on the lookout for drivers violating the law. As you celebrate with family and friends, please do so responsibly. Find #LaborDay safety tips at bit.ly/4dIMz0X.

Week two is underway for Class C-2024 at the DPS Academy, and our newest Trooper Trainees are already showing their grit, determination and focus. The Academy is physically and mentally grueling ― and we're excited to see Class C-2024 already rising to meet the challenges and

Today, we’d like to take a moment to recognize DPS’ Bicycle Patrol Unit (Capitol). This team recently received a Unit Citation for their hard work and dedication to protecting Texas. More about this team and their contributions to public safety at bit.ly/4fXK6Bv.

Can you tell the difference? Fake fentanyl pills are everywhere, and the reality is that many of these fake pills look so real that it’s hard to tell the difference. Don’t fall victim to the deadly dangers of fentanyl. Learn more at dps.texas.gov/onepillkills. #onepillkills

WATCH: DPS Discovers 17 Illegal Immigrants Crammed Inside Hidden Compartment in Cloned Delivery Truck DPS Troopers working #OperationLoneStar busted a human smuggling attempt during a traffic stop in Kinney County. Troopers discovered 17 illegal immigrants being smuggled inside

Our people are the heart of DPS, and every day, they make a difference in their communities through their hard work, dedication and service to the state of Texas. Today, we are pleased to recognize Trooper Arturo Lopez (Texas Highway Patrol Division) on his 45 years of service

Millions of kids ride school buses every day 🚍 — but it's more dangerous for them to get ON and OFF the bus. 🚏 Find bus stop safety tips here: NHTSA.gov/SchoolBus

DPS’ Aircraft Operations Division is one of the largest airborne law enforcement units in the country ― and as such, our team works hard every day to ensure public safety. That includes leveraging technology to locate and apprehend fugitives. Check out today’s video for a

Be prepared for anything. Pack your emergency car kit — you just may need to reach for it. More tips here: NHTSA.gov/SummerDrivingT…

ICYMI: Our Amarillo District K9 handlers, along with their K9 partners, recently participated in the 5th Annual Fallen K9 Memorial Run to honor fallen K9 heroes from across the nation. Together, the canine partners ran an impressive 5.6 miles, dressed in full gear, to demonstrate

Mark your calendar for January 1, 2025: That’s when changes will take effect and Texas’ Vehicle Safety Program will eliminate most vehicle safety inspections. Drivers in emissions counties will still need emissions tests to register their vehicles. Non-commercial vehicles will

Are you ready to take the next step in your law enforcement career? Look no further than DPS. We're recruiting for 2025 Trooper Training Academies, and we'd love to talk to you! Connect with a Recruiter today to start your journey to becoming a DPS Trooper. Visit

It was a wonderful morning at DPS Headquarters today, as we celebrated the excellence of DPS employees at our monthly Promotions Ceremony. We are proud of the accomplishments of those who promoted, and we look forward to seeing what they achieve in their new roles. The future is

LATEST NEWS: DPS Announces Featured Fugitive for September Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offender Robert Gonzales is this month’s Featured Fugitive. The reward for information leading to his arrest is up to $4,000 (if the tip is received in September). Robert Gonzales, 47, of Waco,