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TX: lateral & sign-on bonuses

Out-of-state certification / reciprocity

TCOLE eligibility application and fingerprints first; eligible officers complete supplemental courses then the state licensing exam. Insufficient service or 10+ yr lapse may require basic academy.

Official source
AgencyTypeMax bonusPayoutVerified
Pearland Police DepartmentPD$15,000$576.93 per pay period for 26 pay periods2026-10-15
Sugar Land Police DepartmentPD$10,000$2,500 at start; $2,500 after FTO; $5,000 after 1 year2026-10-15
Burleson Police DepartmentPD$10,000$5,000 after FTO; $5,000 at 1-year anniversary2026-10-15
Big Spring Police DepartmentPD—2026-10-15
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