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Governor Abbott Directs DPS To Increase Hemp Enforcement
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to toughen enforcement action against vape and smoke shops that are not in compliance with state laws and regulations.
Governor Abbott Names Hock Chair, And Wilson Vice Chair Of Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Governor Greg Abbott named Stacy Hock as chair and Welcome Wilson, Jr. as vice chair of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) for terms set to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.
Governor Abbott Announces 7th Annual Texas Sounds & Cities Conference
Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Music Office today announced the Seventh Annual Texas Sounds & Cities Conference will be held this year in Corpus Christi on Wednesday, November 5, and Thursday, November 6.
Governor Abbott Names Chair, Appoints Three To State Board Of Dental Examiners
Governor Greg Abbott named Bryan Henderson, II, D.D.S. as chair of the State Board of Dental Examiners.
Governor Abbott Deploys Additional Texas Emergency Management Resources To Support Arizona Flood Recovery
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that he deployed additional Texas emergency management personnel to Arizona to support ongoing flood recovery efforts following a request from Arizona’s Department of Emergency and Military Affairs.
Governor Abbott Calls For Statewide Moment Of Silence To Honor Victims Of October 7th Terrorist Attacks In Israel
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation calling for a statewide moment of silence at 7:00 AM CT on October 7, 2025, and day of observance to honor the victims whose lives were tragically taken due to the acts of war committed by the brutal terrorist organization Hamas and in remembrance of those who are still held hostage to this day.
Governor Abbott Congratulates Laredo As Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community
Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the City of Laredo for being designated a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas after completing the multi-step certification process.
Governor Abbott Appoints Cusick As Galveston County Criminal District Attorney
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Kenneth Cusick as the Galveston County Criminal District Attorney for a term set to expire on December 31, 2026, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.