What Texas Veterans Commission does

The Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) is a Texas state government agency established in 1927 under Texas Government Code Chapter 434, operating as the state's designated department of veteran affairs. Headquartered in Austin, Texas with 251-500 employees, of whom over 80% are veterans themselves, TVC delivers free advocacy and claims services to the 1.7 million veterans residing in Texas (the largest state veteran population in the U.S.), as well as to their dependents and survivors. Five gubernatorially-appointed commissioners govern the agency with staggered six-year terms, and the executive director administers operations across eight program areas: Claims Department, Veterans Education Services, Veterans Employment Services, Fund for Veterans' Assistance (grants), Veterans Mental Health Department, Women Veterans Program, Health Care Advocacy Department, and Veterans Entrepreneur Program.

TVC's product surface is service-oriented rather than technology-product oriented. Core capabilities include assisting with federal VA disability claims, representing veterans in appeals (including at the Board of Veterans Appeals level), approving and guiding education programs (Hazlewood Act, GI Bill Chapters, On-the-Job Training), administering employment services and job fairs, distributing FVA grants, providing mental health peer support and suicide prevention programming, supporting women veterans, liaising with VA healthcare, and assisting veteran entrepreneurs through the TVC HUB Program. Distribution relies on 49 offices co-located in VA facilities, VA clinics, and military installations across Texas, supplemented by 294 County Veteran Service Officers embedded in counties via MOU, both in-person and phone appointment channels, an online WaitWell scheduling portal, and a multi-channel marketing mix (social, podcast, newsletter, job fairs, Q&A webinars).

TVC's revenue and business model are defined by government appropriations, not commercial sales. Funding is overwhelmingly public: 97.5% of Veterans Employment Services ($17,535,583 for FFY26) comes from a U.S. Department of Labor Jobs for Veterans State Grant, with the remaining 2.5% ($432,887 for SFY26) from Texas general revenue; the broader agency draws on Texas state appropriations plus federal pass-through. All services are provided free of charge to veterans, families, and survivors — no fees are charged for any program — and FY25 outcomes include $9.5 billion in claims payments processed and 16,334 Health Care Advocacy cases closed, reflecting the scale of federal and state benefit flows routed through TVC's advocacy.

Name

Texas Veterans Commission

Legal name

Texas Veterans Commission

Website

https://tvc.texas.gov

Company type

Private

Founded year

1927

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

The Texas Veterans Commission (TVC), established in 1927 as Texas's state department of veteran affairs under Government Code Chapter 434, advocates for and provides free claims, employment, education, mental health, health care, and entrepreneurship services to Texas's 1.7 million veterans, their families, and survivors through 49 offices and 294 county service officers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veteran Benefits Advocacy Services

NAICS

Administration of Veterans' Affairs (923140), Administration of Veterans' Affairs (92314), Vocational Rehabilitation Services (62431)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Veterans Affairs & Military Family Services (BPAIAHAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Veterans & Military Family Benefits Administration (BPAIAKAI)

Keywords

• Veteran benefits advocacy
• Disability claims assistance
• Veteran employment services
• Veteran mental health support
• State veterans affairs

Headquarters

HQ city

Austin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: TVC is funded through Texas state government appropriations and federal grants. The Veterans Employment Services department receives 97.5% funding from US Department of Labor Jobs for Veterans State Grant ($17,535,583 for FFY26) and 2.5% from Texas state general revenue ($432,887 for SFY26). TVC provides all services free of charge to veterans.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

The Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) is a Texas state government agency that delivers free advocacy and benefits assistance to Texas veterans, their dependents, and survivors. Its core offering is a suite of eight interconnected program areas: claims filing and appeals representation before the VA, veterans education services (GI Bill, Hazlewood), employment services and job placement, the Fund for Veterans' Assistance grants program, mental health and suicide prevention peer support, women veterans program, health care advocacy, and the veteran entrepreneur program. All services are provided at no cost through statewide offices, county service officers, and in-person or phone appointments.

Product overview

The Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) is a state government agency created in 1927 that provides free veteran services across multiple program areas. TVC does not offer a commercial product; rather, it delivers a suite of government services organized as eight interconnected programs: Claims Department (assisting with disability benefits and VA claims), Veterans Education Services (GI Bill and Hazlewood guidance), Veterans Employment Services, Fund for Veterans' Assistance (grants), Veterans Mental Health Department (peer support and suicide prevention), Women Veterans Program, Health Care Advocacy, and the Veterans Entrepreneur Program. Supporting services include the Military Veteran Peer Network, TVC HUB Program for veteran business contracting, and TVC Careers. All services are provided free of charge to Texas veterans, their families, and survivors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Claims Department Assists Texas veterans, their dependents, and survivors with all matters pertaining to veterans' disability benefits and rights, including filing VA disability claims and representing veterans during the VA appeals processes.
• Veterans Education Services Approves programs for Chapter 30, 33, 35, 1606, and 1607 federal educational benefits, and provides guidance on the Montgomery GI Bill, Hazlewood Act, Post-911 GI Bill, and On-the-Job Training.
• Veterans Employment Services Offers employment services to Texas veterans including resumes, interviewing assistance, labor market information, hiring events, networking, and recruiting; also helps employers find qualified veteran job applicants.
• Fund for Veterans' Assistance (FVA) Grants Provides funding for local governments and Veterans Service Organizations that provide direct services to Texas veterans.
• Veterans Mental Health Department Multiple initiatives focusing on peer support, clinical mental health care access, community collaboration, and suicide prevention training.
• Women Veterans Program Serves women veterans by connecting them with local, state, and federal benefits they have earned, including advocacy, recognition, education, and tailored support.
• Health Care Advocacy Department Liaisons for Texas veterans addressing issues involving Veterans Administration health care related services, including health care access, prescription assistance, and VA health care billing issues.
• Veterans Entrepreneur Program (VEP) Assists veterans and their families start and/or expand their businesses throughout the state of Texas, providing business tools training and consulting.
• TVC HUB Program Connects veteran-owned businesses with contracting opportunities and support services through TVC's Hub Program.
• Military Veteran Peer Network (MVPN) Connects veterans and their families to local, state, and national resources through an active group of veteran peers providing peer-support services.
• Claims Appointments Book appointments with accredited Claims Benefits Advisors either in-person or by phone to receive claims assistance.

Quantifiable outcome

• $9.5 billion in claims payments processed YTD FY25
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFederal agency responsible for administering veteran benefit programs including pension, education, disability compensation, home loans, life insurance, vocational rehabilitation, survivor support, medical care, and burial benefits. TVC represents Texas veterans before VA in claims and appeals.
• Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOperates programs within Texas General Land Office providing low-interest land, home, and home improvement loans; skilled nursing home care in state Veterans homes; burial and interment services in state Veterans cemeteries.
• Texas Workforce CommissionmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOperates 28 workforce solutions offices across Texas providing career development, job search resources, training programs, and unemployment benefits. Partners with TVC on veteran employment services.
• Texas Health and Human Services CommissionmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOffers mental health services for veterans and families including peer-to-peer counseling, licensed mental health professionals, peer training, veteran jail diversion services, women veteran and rural community initiatives.
• Texas Military DepartmentmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerComprises Texas Army National Guard, Texas Air National Guard, and Texas State Guard. Provides family support services including family and youth programs, resilience and suicide prevention, transition and employment assistance.
• County Veteran Service Officers (VCSOs)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor294 VCSOs across Texas counties providing local veteran services under MOUs with TVC. State law requires counties with population over 200,000 to have VCSOs.
• Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMilitary Outreach program provides information, application and renewal forms, and examination/education requirement waivers for military personnel, veterans, and spouses.
• Veteran Service OrganizationsmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOver 70 recognized VSOs including DAV, VFW, PVA, MOPH that advocate for veterans and assist with claims filing. TVC coordinates with these organizations statewide.
• TexVetminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVeterans resource hub providing information and referral services, serving as the hub for statewide network of peer-to-peer support specialists. Located at 3950 North A.W. Grimes Blvd, 2nd Floor, Round Rock, TX 78665.
• Military Veteran Peer Network (MVPN)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerConnects veterans and families to local, state, and national resources through an active group of veteran peers. Provides peer-support workouts, dog training, breakfasts, and community events.
• Texas Lawyers for Texas VeteransminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerState Bar of Texas initiative providing free civil legal services to veterans and their families statewide through pro bono legal clinics.
• Cohen Veterans Network / EndeavorsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership offering Cohen Clinics for military-connected individuals in San Antonio, Killeen, and El Paso providing mental health and parenting programs including PSTAIR therapy.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA): The federal counterpart that administers all veteran benefit programs that TVC helps veterans access. TVC's claims, education, and healthcare advocacy functions all revolve around the VA, and the two agencies have a structured partnership.

Direct peers

• Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs: Another top-tier state veterans agency with a statewide network of benefits and assistance offices, county service officers, and claims representation. Directly comparable in scope, structure, and veteran population to TVC.
• The American Legion: Largest wartime veterans organization in the U.S., accredited by the VA to represent veterans in claims. Operates a parallel benefits-advocacy model and county-level service officer network overlapping with TVC's distribution.
• Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW): Major congressionally chartered VSO providing claims assistance, benefits advocacy, and employment support. TVC explicitly coordinates with VFW and 70+ similar VSOs across Texas to deliver veteran services.
• Disabled American Veterans (DAV): National Veterans Service Organization that provides free VA claims representation and is one of TVC's core channel partners in Texas. Operates a competing/parallel claims advocacy model serving the same veteran population for the same benefit.
• New York State Division of Veterans' Services: New York's state veterans services agency operating benefits counseling, claims assistance, and employment support through county veterans service officers. Models the same statewide field-network structure that TVC uses in Texas.
• California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet): State-level veterans affairs agency serving the largest U.S. state veteran population outside Texas. Operates the same claims, education, employment, and memorial benefit service model as TVC and is a direct structural peer.
• Texas Veterans Land Board (VLB): Texas-state peer organization within the General Land Office providing veteran-specific loans, land, and cemetery benefits. Complements TVC's service portfolio and is a listed core strategic partner of TVC.

Others

• Texas Health and Human Services Commission: Texas state agency operating mental health and veteran-jail-diversion programs that intersect with TVC's Mental Health Department. Functions as an enabling partner in the same Texas state ecosystem.

Emerging players

• Cohen Veterans Network: National nonprofit providing free mental health care to veterans and families via a clinic-based model (San Antonio, Killeen, El Paso in Texas). Partially overlaps with TVC's Veterans Mental Health Department services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/texasveterans
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/txveteranscommission
• Facebookfacebook.com/texasveteranscommission
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/2301786
• Instagraminstagram.com/txveteranscommission

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Number of profiles

Profiles25 records

Funding overview

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M&A

Investments1 record

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