Waco, TX – According to the state officials, Governor Abbott congratulated the 60 graduate troopers on completing the rigorous 29-week training program and highlighted DPS’ critical role in protecting Texans across the state.
DPS Class C-2022 graduates included 26 military veterans, 10 women, 19 with prior law enforcement experience, and 25 who speak more than one language, officials said.
Class C-2022 graduates will report to their individual duty stations on May 28, 2023.
The Governor was joined at the graduation by DPS Director Steve McCraw, Texas Public Safety Commissioner Steve Stodghill, DPS Major Derek Prestridge, Chief Walt Goodson, Captain Shannon Hamby, Chief Orlando Alanis, and other state officials.
