Noticias – Press Release

Jun 22

Governor Abbott Applauds Rep. Goldman, Sen. Hancock’s Intention To Author Mail-In Ballot Fraud Legislation

In the upcoming special legislative session, Rep. Craig Goldman and Sen. Kelly Hancock will author legislation to crack down on mail-in ballot fraud.

Jun 20

Governor Abbott Orders Increased Readiness Of State Operations Center As Tropical Storm Cindy Approaches Gulf Coast

As Tropical Storm Cindy approaches the Gulf Coast, Governor Greg Abbott today ordered the State Operations Center (SOC) elevate its readiness from level four (normal conditions) to level three (increased readiness).

Jun 15

Governor Abbott Announces Legislative Vetoes

Governor Greg Abbott announced that he vetoed 50 bills.

Jun 15

First Lady Cecilia Abbott Announces 2017 Governor’s Volunteer Awards Recipients

Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the 34th annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards, today announced the 2017 award recipients.

Jun 12

Governor Abbott Signs 2018-2019 State Budget Into Law

Governor Greg Abbott today signed the 2018-2019 state budget into law.

Jun 8

Governor Abbott Speaks With Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu

Governor Greg Abbott today spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding a number of pro-Israel bills signed into law during the 85th legislature.

Jun 7

Governor Abbott Meets With Vice President Pence At Johnson Space Center

Governor Greg Abbott today met with Vice President Mike Pence at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston where they announced and welcomed the new astronaut candidate class.

Jun 6

Governor Abbott Announces Special Session

Governor Greg Abbott today announced a legislative special session that will begin on July 18th, 2017.