The Commission sets policy, approves rules and procedures formulated by the Executive Director and staff, and takes formal disciplinary actions against licensees on the recommendation of the Executive Director and state Administrative Law Judges.
Meeting Schedule
The Commission meets at least four times each year in meetings open to the public.
Upcoming Meeting Dates and Locations
| Meeting Date | Meeting Location |
|---|---|
| June 12, 2025 - Commission Meeting | J.J. Pickle Research Campus, The Commons Learning Center, 10100 Burnet Road, Bldg. 137, Austin, TX 78758 |
| September 3, 2025 - Commission Workshop | Amarillo, TX |
| September 4, 2025 - Commission Meeting | Amarillo, TX |
| December 3, 2025 - Commission Workshop | Nacogdoches, TX |
| December 4, 2025 - Commission Meeting | Nacogdoches, TX |
Watch the Meeting Live: Live Recording
(only available while Commission Meetings are in progress)
Recorded Meetings
Board Composition
The Commission is comprised of nine members. These members are appointed by the Governor, as is the Presiding Officer. The Commissioners serve staggered terms of six years and serve without compensation except for reasonable and necessary expenses. Three are members of the general public, three are law enforcement chief executive officers, and three are line personnel from law enforcement agencies at the time of their appointment.
More about the commission and history...
| Chief Kim Lemaux, Presiding Officer
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| Assistant Chief Jason D. Hester, Assistant Presiding Officer
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| Justin West, SecretaryTerm: January 31, 2024 - August 30, 2029 |
| Janna Atkins
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| Justin BerryTerm: January 31, 2024 - August 30, 2027 |
| Patricia Burruss
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| Michael Griffis, Sheriff
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| Conor HarveyTerm: January 31, 2024 - August 30, 2029 |
| Sergio SaenzTerm: October 2, 2024 - August 30, 2027 |