Noticias

Mar 17

Governor Abbott To Participate In Statewide Television Town Hall With Nexstar Broadcasting To Provide Update On Coronavirus Response

The Governor will discuss the statewide response to the current coronavirus outbreak and will be joined by top officials from the Department of State Health Services, the Texas Division of Emergency Management and the Texas Education Agency.

Press Release

Mar 17

Governor Abbott Issues Proclamation Postponing Special Election For Texas Senate District 14

The special election will fill the seat being vacated by Senator Kirk Watson.

Press Release

Mar 16

Governor Abbott Waives Certain Vehicle Registration, Titling, And Parking Placard Regulations In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that Texas is waiving certain rules relating to vehicle registration, parking placards for persons with disabilities, and titling to aid the state's efforts to combat COVID-19.

Press Release

Mar 16

Governor Abbott Allows Virtual And Telephonic Open Meetings To Maintain Government Transparency

Governor Greg Abbott today acted to maintain government transparency and continued government operations while reducing face-to-face contact for government open meetings.

Press Release

Mar 16

Governor Abbott Provides Update On Coronavirus, Texas’ Testing Capabilities In San Antonio Press Conference

It is currently providing testing to health care professionals and first responders in San Antonio before being expanded to the testing of individuals who have obtained a doctor’s order for COVID-19 testing.

Press Release

Mar 16

Governor Abbott Appoints Mack To Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Hasan Mack (“Mack”) to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a term set to expire on November 15, 2025.

Appointment

Mar 16

Governor Abbott Waives STAAR Testing Requirements

Additionally, Governor Abbott is requesting that the Department of Education (DOE) waive federal testing requirements for the 2019-2020 school year.

Press Release

Mar 15

Governor Abbott Waives Regulations To Ensure Students In Work-Study Programs Receive Critical Funding During School Closures

Governor Greg Abbott has waived regulations to ensure students who are enrolled in work-study programs will continue to receive critical funding while campuses close due to their response to COVID-19.

Press Release