Noticias

Feb 28

Governor Abbott Appoints Jones To Texas Diabetes Council

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Dirrell Jones to the Texas Diabetes Council for a term set to expire on February 1, 2025.

Appointment

Feb 28

Governor Abbott Announces Grant Awards For Border Zone Fire Departments

Governor Greg Abbott today announced $1 million in grant funding through the Border Zone Fire Department (BZFD) program to support professional fire departments along the Texas-Mexico border region.

Press Release

Feb 27

Governor Abbott Receives Briefing On Coronavirus, Provides Update On Precautionary Measures In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today received a briefing from state health officials on the coronavirus (COVID-19) at the State Operations Center in Austin.

Press Release

Feb 27

Governor Abbott Reappoints Dorton To Family Practice Residency Advisory Committee

he committee reviews, for the Higher Education Coordinating Board, applications for approval and funding of family practice residency training programs and related support programs.

Appointment

Feb 27

Governor Abbott Reappoints Norris As Adjutant General of Texas

General Norris is the first female to be appointed Adjutant General of Texas. 

Appointment

Feb 26

Governor Abbott Appoints Four To One-Call Board of Texas

The board has authority over “Call Before You Dig” systems that notify the underground facility operators for excavation plans so pipelines and utility lines can be marked to prevent accidents.

Appointment

Feb 26

Governor Abbott Announces New Freshpet Manufacturing Facility in Ennis

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Freshpet, Inc. will build a new pet food manufacturing facility in Ennis, Texas.

Press Release

Feb 25

Governor Abbott Proclaims March 2, 2020 To Be Texas Independence Day

The Governor encourages all Texans to learn more about, reflect on, and take pride in our state’s unique origins and rich history.

Proclamation