Body-Worn Camera Program
Forecasted
Texas's Body-Worn Camera Program funds local law enforcement agencies to purchase and deploy body-worn cameras, promoting transparency and accountability in policing.
Funder: Government of Texas
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Grants over $25,000; typical award size not specified; supports costs of purchasing/deploying body-worn cameras.
Summary: Supports Texas local law enforcement agencies in offsetting expenses for purchasing and deploying body-worn cameras.
Key Information: For local law enforcement agencies in Texas; administered by the Office of the Governor.
Description
This program provides grant funding to local law enforcement agencies in Texas to help cover expenses related to the purchase and deployment of body-worn cameras. The aim is to enhance transparency and accountability in policing by supporting agencies in acquiring and implementing this technology. The program is managed by the Office of the Governor’s Criminal Justice Division as part of its Justice Programs portfolio.
