Apr 18

Governor Abbott Reappoints Three To Texas State Board Of Plumbing Examiners

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed James “Ron” Ainsworth, William “Bill” Klock, and Norma Yado to the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners for terms set to expire on September 5, 2029.

Appointment

Apr 18

Governor Abbott Directs THECB To Create Task Force Addressing Healthcare Workforce Shortages

Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter directing the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to create a task force to address healthcare workforce shortages in order to meet the demands of our growing state and provide students with the tools they need to succeed.

Press Release

Apr 17

Governor Abbott Named To 2024 TIME100 List Of Most Influential People In The World

Governor Greg Abbott today was named as one of the 100 most influential people in the world by TIME in their 2024 TIME100 list.

Press Release

Apr 16

Governor Abbott Renews Border Security Disaster Declaration In April 2024

Governor Abbott Renews Border Security Disaster Declaration In April 2024

Proclamation

Apr 16

Governor Abbott Renews Drought Disaster Declaration In April 2024

Governor Abbott Renews Drought Disaster Declaration In April 2024

Proclamation

Apr 16

Governor Abbott Appoints Blum, Mendelsohn To Texas Holocaust, Genocide, And Antisemitism Advisory Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Adam Blum and Cara Mendelsohn to the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission for terms set to expire on February 1, 2027.

Appointment

Apr 16

Governor Abbott Meets With Samsung Executives To Discuss Billions Invested In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott yesterday met with Samsung Electronics, Co., Ltd. ("Samsung") President and CEO Kye Hyun Kyung and other executives at the Governor’s Mansion in Austin to celebrate Samsung’s continued partnership with Texas and investment of more than $40 billion in the state.

Press Release

Apr 15

Governor Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration For East Texas Flooding

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a disaster declaration for seven East Texas counties impacted by severe storms and flooding that began last week and continues to affect homes, businesses, and the agriculture industry throughout those regions.

Press Release