The Department of Public Safety enforces statewide public safety, criminal law, and traffic oversight while managing highway patrol, investigative divisions, and emergency management operations. The department works to prevent crime.
AGENCY HEAD
Col. Freeman F. Martin — Director
GOVERNING STATUTE
OFFICIAL WEBSITE
2026–27 State Appropriations
| Category | FY 2026 | FY 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Total (All Funds) | $2,047,764,814 | $1,743,107,254 |
| General Revenue | $1,909,891,227 | $1,628,395,382 |
| GR – Dedicated | $12,516,431 | $12,605,879 |
| Federal Funds | $56,775,681 | $33,672,742 |
| Other Funds | $68,581,475 | $68,433,251 |
| Number of FTEs | 12,844.2 | 13,043.7 |
Legislative Oversight Committees
These committees exercise budgetary and policy oversight of the Department of Public Safety
| Committee Name | Link |
|---|---|
| House Homeland Security, Public Safety, and Veterans’ Affairs | View |
| House Appropriations | View |
| Senate Select Committee on Homeland and Border Security | View |
| Senate Finance | View |
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