Noticias – Press Release
Governor Abbott Readies State Resources Ahead Of Severe Weather
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to prepare state emergency response resources ahead of severe weather expected to impact large portions of the state beginning today through Friday evening.
Governor Abbott Denounces ESG Standards Harmful To U.S. Energy Sector
Governor Greg Abbott today defended the nation’s energy industry in a letter to President Joe Biden that denounces the Biden Administration's efforts to force environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) standards upon America’s investment funds.
Governor Abbott Announces Support For Texas CHIPS Act
Governor Greg Abbott today announced his support for the proposed Texas CHIPS Act legislation at a press conference at the Texas Capitol in Austin.
Governor Abbott Spotlights Economic Growth Agenda In Fort Worth
Governor Greg Abbott today outlined his priorities for the 88th Legislative Session that will maintain Texas' position as America's number one economic destination at a luncheon hosted by the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce (FWC).
Governor Abbott Announces Music Friendly Texas Community Workshop In Texarkana
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the City of Texarkana will co-host a Music Friendly Texas Community workshop on Monday, March 20.
Governor Abbott Debuts New Texas Anti-Gang Center In Laredo
Governor Greg Abbott today debuted the Laredo Police Department’s (LPD) new Texas Anti-Gang (TAG) Center during a ribbon cutting ceremony in Laredo. As the ninth of its kind in Texas, the Laredo TAG Center will collaborate with other law enforcement agencies on the investigation and arrest of criminal gangs, organized crime such as Mexican drug cartels, and violent crime in the Laredo area.
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Tech University System Board Of Regents
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Clay C. Cash, Tim G. Culp, and Shelley Sweatt, Ed.D. to the Texas Tech University System Board of Regents for terms set to expire on January 31, 2029.
Texas Leads For Jobs Added Over Last Year, Growing Faster Than U.S.
Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated Texans and Texas employers on helping our state lead the nation in job growth, following the news showing Texas led all states with 654,100 jobs added January 2022 to January 2023. Over those 12 months, Texas grew jobs at 5.0 percent, outpacing the national rate of 3.3 percent.