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State of Texas Cyber Command Center -Passed Legislation on Friday May 30th 2025

In today’s fast-moving cybersecurity landscape, staying informed about government initiatives isn’t optional — it’s essential for staying competitive. That’s why The Daily Raptor is bringing you a sharp update on a major development: the Texas Cyber Command has officially passed the Texas Legislature as of May 30, 2025.

That same afternoon, Governor Abbott celebrated the bill’s passage and previewed the upcoming buildout of the Cyber Command agency, slated to take shape later this year (full details in today’s interactive brief).

For cybersecurity professionals working with public sector accounts across Texas, this move signals a major shift: a deeper, state-level investment in cyber resilience. It’s expected to shape budgets, reset priorities, and influence buying cycles across state agencies, local governments, education, and critical infrastructure sectors.

As Texas positions itself as a national cybersecurity leader, understanding the mission and structure of this new command will be key — not just for customer conversations, but for positioning yourself as a trusted advisor aligned with the state’s emerging strategy.

The Daily Raptor Interactive is provided here: Texas Cyber Command Document

Fully Interactive Document: State of Texas Cyber Command HB Break Down

Dates & Deliverables: State of Texas Cyber Command

  • Effective Date: September 1, 2025

  • MOU Deadline: January 1, 2026 — Transfer plan between DIR and Texas Cyber Command

  • Full Operational Transfer: December 31, 2026

  • Sunset Review: September 1, 2031

  • Initial Budget: $200M+ expected for 2025–2027

  • Funding Sources: State appropriations, cost recovery for services, federal grants, private sector partnerships

  • Procurement Flexibility: Emergency powers allow faster technology acquisitions

  • Technology Focus:

    • 24/7 Cybersecurity Operations Center

    • Threat Intelligence Center & Digital Forensics Lab

    • Regional Security Operations Centers

    • Certified cybersecurity training and cloud security authorization programs

  • Staffing Plans:

    • 150–200 initial hires — majority based in San Antonio

    • 300–400 employees statewide as programs expand

  • DIR Staff Transition: Cybersecurity teams, contracts, and systems move to the Texas Cyber Command

  • Critical Infrastructure Protection: Sectors include energy, finance, healthcare, transportation, and water

Enjoy the remainder of the weekend, everyone!

The Daily Raptor Team

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