Jun 17

Texas Wins 13th Gold Shovel Award For Outstanding Job Creation, Business Investment

Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas being recognized with the state's 13th Gold Shovel Award by Area Development magazine for outstanding achievement in attracting high-value business investment projects that will create a significant number of new jobs in communities across the state.

Press Release

Jun 17

Governor Abbott Announces Federal Funding To Strengthen NWS Inspection Capacity

Governor Greg Abbott today announced pre-award approval of a cooperative agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) APHIS Veterinary Services that unlocks immediate federal funding for the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) to hire additional inspectors and strengthen the state’s New World screwworm (NWS) response.

Press Release

Jun 17

Governor Abbott Appoints Bowers To State Soil And Water Conservation Board

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Lindsey Bowers to the State Soil and Water Conservation Board for terms set to expire on February 1, 2028.

Jun 16

Governor Abbott Amends, Renews Flooding Disaster Proclamation In June 2026

Governor Abbott Amends, Renews Flooding Disaster Proclamation In June 2026

Proclamation

Jun 16

Governor Abbott Amends, Renews Drought Disaster Proclamation In June 2026

Governor Abbott Amends, Renews Drought Disaster Proclamation In June 2026

Proclamation

Jun 16

Governor Abbott Renews Border Security Disaster Proclamation In June 2026

Governor Abbott Renews Border Security Disaster Proclamation In June 2026

Proclamation

Jun 16

Governor Abbott Announces Over $7 Million In Texas Talent Connection Grants

Governor Greg Abbott today announced over $7 million in Texas Talent Connection grants to 27 innovative workforce skills training and job placement programs in communities across the state.

Press Release

Jun 16

Governor Abbott Appoints Nine To Brazos River Authority

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Lonnie Key, Stephen Luskey, and Jeff Tallas and reappointed Tom Abraham, Gary Boren, Jim Lattimore, Jr., and Wesley Lloyd to the Brazos River Authority for terms set to expire on February 1, 2031.

Appointment