Noticias

Oct 7

Governor Abbott Directs DPS To Increase Hemp Enforcement

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to toughen enforcement action against vape and smoke shops that are not in compliance with state laws and regulations.

Press Release

Oct 7

Governor Abbott Names Hock Chair, And Wilson Vice Chair Of Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Governor Greg Abbott named Stacy Hock as chair and Welcome Wilson, Jr. as vice chair of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) for terms set to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.

Appointment

Oct 7

Governor Abbott Announces 7th Annual Texas Sounds & Cities Conference

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Music Office today announced the Seventh Annual Texas Sounds & Cities Conference will be held this year in Corpus Christi on Wednesday, November 5, and Thursday, November 6.

Press Release

Oct 7

Governor Abbott Names Chair, Appoints Three To State Board Of Dental Examiners

Governor Greg Abbott named Bryan Henderson, II, D.D.S. as chair of the State Board of Dental Examiners.

Appointment

Oct 6

El Gobernador Abbott Despliega Recursos Adicionales De Manejo De Emergencias De Texas Para Apoyar La Recuperación Por Inundaciones En Arizona

El Gobernador Greg Abbott anunció hoy que ha desplegado personal adicional de manejo de emergencias de Texas hacia Arizona para apoyar los esfuerzos de recuperación tras las recientes inundaciones, en respuesta a una solicitud del Departamento de Asuntos Militares y de Emergencias de Arizona.

Press Release

Oct 6

Governor Abbott Calls For Statewide Moment Of Silence To Honor Victims Of October 7th Terrorist Attacks In Israel

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation calling for a statewide moment of silence at 7:00 AM CT on October 7, 2025, and day of observance to honor the victims whose lives were tragically taken due to the acts of war committed by the brutal terrorist organization Hamas and in remembrance of those who are still held hostage to this day.

Press Release

Oct 6

Governor Abbott Congratulates Laredo As Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community

Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the City of Laredo for being designated a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas after completing the multi-step certification process.

Press Release

Oct 6

Governor Abbott Appoints Cusick As Galveston County Criminal District Attorney

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Kenneth Cusick as the Galveston County Criminal District Attorney for a term set to expire on December 31, 2026, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.

Press Release, Appointment