Texas Fraud Investigation and Recovery Strike Team(Texas FIRST)

The Texas Fraud Investigation and Recovery Strike Team (Texas FIRST) is a specialized statewide unit dedicated to safeguarding government resources and holding offenders accountable, regardless of their position, status, or influence. Texas FIRST proactively identifies, investigates, and dismantles fraud and corruption schemes that threaten the state’s fiscal integrity and public resources. Through a robust reporting system and targeted investigations, the unit preserves public trust, strengthens accountability across government programs, and ensures taxpayer dollars serve their intended purpose.

What We Investigate

Public corruption

Abuse of public office, authority, or influence involving public funds.

Government fraud

Fraudulent activity involving public funds, programs, or resources.

Sales tax fraud

Intentionally failing to remit collected taxes to the state or falsifying records required by law.

Unclaimed property fraud

Submission of fraudulent claims or documentation to unlawfully obtain unclaimed funds held by the state.