News

Mar 9

Governor Abbott Appoints Burke, Burciaga To School Land Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Marcella Burke and reappointed Gilbert “Gil” Burciaga to the School Land Board for terms set to expire on August 29, 2023.

Appointment

Mar 8

Governor Abbott Champions Economic Growth Priorities In Dallas

Governor Greg Abbott today championed Texas’ booming economy and outlined his legislative priorities at a Dallas Regional Chamber (DRC) luncheon.

Press Release

Mar 8

Governor Abbott Advocates For Protecting Parental Rights In Bryan

Governor Greg Abbott last night advocated for protecting parents' rights to choose the best education opportunity for their child at a Parent Empowerment Night at Brazos Christian School in Bryan.

Press Release

Mar 6

Governor Abbott Honors First Responders At Houston Livestock Show And Rodeo

Governor Greg Abbott today honored first responders who have gone above and beyond to protect their communities at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo's (HLSR) First Responders of the Year Awards Ceremony.

Press Release

Mar 3

Governor Abbott Spotlights Efforts To Maintain Texas’ Economic Success

Governor Greg Abbott today discussed Texas’ economic successes and current legislative efforts to ensure Texans thrive in the state's booming economy during a fireside chat at a luncheon hosted by the San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and greater:SATX.

Press Release

Mar 3

Operation Lone Star Fortifies Border Barriers Ahead Of Spring Influx

Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are continuing to work together to secure the border; stop the smuggling of drugs, weapons, and people into Texas; and prevent, detect, and interdict transnational criminal behavior between ports of entry.

Press Release

Mar 3

Governor Abbott Touts Rural Support For Education Freedom In Amarillo

Governor Greg Abbott last night touted support among rural Texans for education freedom and school choice at a Parent Empowerment Night held at San Jacinto Christian Academy in Amarillo.

Press Release

Mar 2

Governor Abbott Increases Readiness Level Of State Operations Center Ahead Of Severe Weather

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to increase the readiness level of the State Operations Center (SOC) to Level II (Escalated Response) as storms move across the state with potential to bring severe weather to large portions of Texas through this evening.

Press Release