Noticias
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.
Governor Abbott Sends Brief To Attorney General Paxton In Support Of Displaying Cross On Patrol Vehi
Governor Greg Abbott has sent a brief to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton supporting Brewster County Sheriff Ronny Dodson’s decision to allow his officer’s patrol vehicles to display a cross with a thin blue line on patrol vehicles.
Governor Abbott Names Director And Appoints 31 To Task Force On Infectious Disease Preparedness And
Governor Abbott has appointed 31 members to the Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response and has appointed John Hellerstedt, M.D. as director.
Governor Abbott Sets Date For HD-120 Special Election
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation announcing May 7, 2016 as the special election date to fill the House District 120 seat recently vacated by Representative Ruth Jones McClendon.
Governor Abbott Sets Date For House District 120 Special Election
Governor Abbott signed and issued a proclamation calling a special election to be held on May 7, 2016. The early voting period for the special election will be held from April 25th, 2016 to May 3rd, 2016.