Texas DPS Marks 90th Anniversary with Largest Legacy Run

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) celebrated its 90th anniversary with its largest Legacy Run in department history, featuring nearly 200 current and former DPS personnel alongside Recruit Class A-2025. The six-mile run began at Camp Mabry, the original DPS headquarters, and ended at the Texas State Capitol, passing through key Austin landmarks such as the University of Texas campus and the Governor’s Mansion. Colonel Freeman Martin, who became the department's top commander in December 2024, participated in the run for the first time, emphasizing the event's significance in honoring the commitment of recruits and the department's enduring core values. The Legacy Run served as a powerful tradition marking the evolution of DPS while reinforcing its dedication to public safety across Texas. Recruit Class A-2025 is set to graduate from the 30-week training academy on August 8 and will begin their assignments statewide on September 1. The agency also launched a 90 Days of Public Safety campaign, focusing on community, road, and family safety to commemorate the milestone.