US EditionAbbott bolstering security around Texas religious spaces
The Texas Department of Public Safety will deploy troopers, special agents, and Rangers to prevent threats after multiple deadly attacks on U.S. places of worship this year, officials said.
- On Tuesday, Governor Greg Abbott directed the Texas Department of Public Safety to bolster security surrounding places of worship in Texas after a rise in nationwide attacks.
- Amid the run-up to the second anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2025 terrorist attacks, Abbott cited a recent deadly attack in Minneapolis and other incidents to justify increased church security.
- DPS said the operation will deploy Texas Highway Patrol troopers, DPS Criminal Investigations Division special agents and Texas Rangers to identify threats, while the public should report tips via the iWatchTexas Community Reporting System or call 1-844-643-2251.
- Abbott said `Places of worship are sacred` and pledged to marshal all resources with DPS, local law enforcement and faith communities to ensure Texans can worship freely and safely.
- Under state law, churches may form volunteer church security teams and licensed carriers can enter unless Penal Code 30.06 or 30.07 signage is posted, while state legislature security grants provide hundreds of millions for synagogues and churches.
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Texas DPS increasing security near places of worship
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Following the church shooting in Michigan, Texas Governor Greg Abbott is directing the Texas Department of Public Safety to increase security around places of worship. The governor's office says this will be in partnership with local and federal law enforcement. This security mission is made up of State Troopers, Texas Rangers, and Criminal Investigations Division Special Agents. Officials say residents can also use the …
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Abbott directs enhanced security surrounding places of worship
(The Center Square) – In the wake of targeted violence of religious institutions and ahead of the second anniversary of the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks, Gov. Greg Abbott directed enhanced
Gov. Abbott Orders Increased Security at Places of Worship
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has instructed law enforcement to boost security at religious sites across the state in response to recent attacks, the governor's office announced Tuesday. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is collaborating with other agencies to enhance safety at churches, synagogues, and faith-based organizations statewide. "Places of worship are sacred," Abbott said in a statement. "We will marshal all resources necessary to …
Abbott bolstering security around Texas religious spaces
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) directed law enforcement in his state to boost security at religious spaces following an uptick in nationally publicized violent attacks on churches. Abbott said the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is working with local,…
Gov. Abbott directs DPS to increase safety at Texas places of worship
Gov. Greg Abbott on Tuesday directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to strengthen security around places of worship following a rise in attacks against religious communities.
Abbott directs Texas public safety department to bolster security at religious spaces
The order comes after a mass shooter killed multiple children at a Catholic school in Minnesota last month, and after four people were killed and eight others were injured during a shooting at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc, Michigan, on Sunday.
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