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Lavaca County sheriff authorized to seek SB 8 and Operation Lone Star funds
Summary
The commissioners approved resolutions allowing the sheriff's office to apply for SB 8 (sheriff grant tied to immigration enforcement/287(g)-style activity) and Operation Lone Star FY2027; presenters said SB 8 requires no cash match and that OLS awards vary by application, with last year's local award around $230,000.
The Lavaca County Commissioners Court on Feb. 26 approved resolutions allowing the sheriff's office to apply for two state programs: SB 8 grant funds and the governor's Operation Lone Star (OLS) grant for fiscal 2027.
Captain Josh explained that the SB 8 program provides funding based on a county's…
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