Noticias

Feb 2

Governor Abbott Proclaims February 2nd Chris Kyle Day

Governor Greg Abbott today proclaimed February 2nd Chris Kyle Day in honor of Chief Petty Officer Chris Kyle, a native Texan and Navy SEAL who served four tours in Iraq and is recognized as the most lethal sniper in United States military history.

Press Release

Feb 2

Governor Abbott Sets February 2 As Chris Kyle Day

Governor Abbott has set Monday, February 2, 2015, as Chris Kyle Day in the state of Texas.

Proclamation

Jan 30

Governor Abbott Announces Restructuring In Economic Development And Tourism Division

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the restructuring of key Governor’s Office divisions to increase the agency’s focus on economic development and job creation. Under the restructuring announced today, the Texas Film Commission, the Texas Music Office, the Women’s Commission and the Workforce Investment Council will now report to the Director of Economic Development.

Press Release

Jan 30

Governor Abbott Addresses Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Convention

America is the brightest beacon of freedom the world has ever known for one simple reason – because of you – our veterans, the men and women who put service above self,” Governor Abbott said. “As Governor, I will constantly work to find ways to help our veterans. It’s our duty to help those who helped make America so exceptional. And it’s our duty to honor those whose sacrifice has preserved our freedom.

Press Release

Jan 29

Governor Abbott Proposes To Eliminate Emerging Technology Fund; Establish New University Research In

Texas will continue to make meaningful and effective investments in job creation. Now we must also harness our resources to elevate Texas’ higher education institutions as integral participants in our economic advancement.

Press Release

Jan 28

Governor Abbott Calls On State Agencies To Reform Contracting Process

In a letter sent today to all state agency heads, Governor Greg Abbott called for higher standards in the State’s contracting and procurement process, including specific reforms aimed at restoring the public trust in the contracting process.

Press Release

Jan 27

Governor Abbott Statement on Prosecution of Governor Perry

Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement regarding the decision to allow legal proceedings against former Governor Rick Perry to move forward.

Press Release

Jan 27

Governor Abbott Sets February 17 Special Runoff Election for House District 13

Governor Abbott has set Tuesday, February 17, 2015, as the special runoff election date to fill a vacancy in Texas House District 13.

Proclamation