The Commission on State Emergency Communications oversees the statewide 9-1-1 and emergency communications system. The commission works to ensure reliable and coordinated emergency-response communications infrastructure across Texas.
AGENCY HEAD
Andrew Friedrichs — Executive Director
GOVERNING STATUTE
OFFICIAL WEBSITE
2026–27 State Appropriations
| Category | FY 2026 | FY 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Total (All Funds) | $67,676,721 | $67,263,995 |
| General Revenue | $10,626,943 | $10,677,177 |
| GR – Dedicated | $56,495,158 | $56,394,461 |
| Federal Funds | $554,620 | $192,357 |
| Other Funds | $0 | $0 |
| Number of FTEs | 26 | 26 |
Legislative Oversight Committees
These committees exercise budgetary and policy oversight of the Commission on State Emergency Communications
| Committee Name | Link |
|---|---|
| House Homeland Security, Public Safety, and Veterans’ Affairs | View |
| House Appropriations | View |
| Senate State Affairs | View |
| Senate Finance | View |
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