Texas Approves $495.3 Million for Border Security Operations

Texas has approved the transfer of $495.3 million to fund Operation Lone Star and critical border operations at other state agencies, the governor’s office announced Friday.

“This funding will address immediate border security needs while future funding needed to protect Texans continues to be evaluated,” according to Gov. Greg Abbott’s office.

The vast majority of the funds—$465.3 million—will go toward supporting the deployment of the Texas Army National Guard, with the remaining some $30 million to be sent to other state agencies.

The state leadership said in a letter to state agencies (pdf) the approval of the funds will take effect immediately.

“Texas will not sit on the sidelines as President Biden continues turning a blind eye to the crisis at our southern border,” Abbott said in a statement, adding, “This additional funding ensures the Lone Star State is fully equipped to provide Texans the border security strategy they demand and deserve.”

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