Texas DPS to get $3M to reduce DNA testing backlog, help solve crimes

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) was awarded more than $3 million to help reduce the state's DNA testing and analysis backlog.The $3,243,893 federal grant is expected to help law enforcement efforts in investigating, prosecuting and solving crimes.“DNA analysis is a critical tool used to identify perpetrators, exonerate innocent suspects, and solve cases,” said U.S. Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX). “I am proud of the work we’ve done to reduce the