Hancock launches partnership with law enforcement for border security

(The Center Square) – Acting Comptroller Kelly Hancock has launched a partnership with law enforcement to strengthen collaboration as it administers grants to support ongoing border security efforts in rural areas.

“Texas depends on strong partnerships with the men and women who protect our communities every day,” Hancock said. “This advisory panel ensures we are hearing directly from law enforcement professionals as we administer critical grant programs and continue supporting public safety across our state.”

On Tuesday, Hancock announced a new Law Enforcement Advisory Panel whose members will advise the office on implementing public safety grant programs and notifying the comptroller or agency’s Criminal Investigation Division about issues of concern.

They’ll give input on the comptroller’s office implementing SB 22, the Rural Law Enforcement Grant Program, which the legislature enacted last year to help rural sheriffs recruit and retain deputies and obtain equipment and resources. The p...