Noticias
Governor Abbott Reappoints Brannan Commissioner Of Workers’ Compensation
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Ryan Brannan of Austin Commissioner of Workers' Compensation at the Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) for a term to expire February 1, 2017.
Governor Abbott Appoints Parker Presiding Officer Of Cameron County Regional Mobility Authority
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Frank Parker, Jr. of Brownsville presiding officer of the Cameron County Regional Mobility Authority for a term set to expire February 1, 2018.
Governor Abbott Statement On The Passing Of Justice Scalia
Following the news of Justice Scalia's passing, Governor Abbott released the following statement:
Governor Abbott Announces Staff Changes
Governor Greg Abbott today announced several staff changes following the departure of senior members of the Governor’s staff.
Governor Abbott Announces Launch Of Governor’s University Research Initiative
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the launch of his University Research Initiative, which will provide matching funds to help Texas institutions of higher education recruit nationally-recognized researchers to their faculty. Beginning today, universities can apply online for the matching grants to assist eligible institutions in attracting distinguished researchers.
Texas Remains Top Exporting State In Nation For 14th Consecutive Year
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the release of a U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) report that ranks Texas as the top exporting state in the nation for the 14th consecutive year, with over $251 billion in goods exported in 2015.
Presidential Disaster Declaration Granted For Texas Counties
On January 26th, Governor Greg Abbott requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration for 25 Texas counties due to damage sustained from the severe weather at the end of December.
Governor Abbott Proclaims February 2016 To Be African-American History Month
Governor Greg Abbott issues a proclamation declaring the month of February 2016 to be African-American History Month.