News

Jun 2

Governor Abbott Deploys State Flood Resources To Northwest Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to deploy state emergency response resources, as a significant flooding and severe weather threat continues across Northwest Texas for the next several days.

Press Release

Jun 1

Governor Abbott Appoints University Student Regents, Representative To Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed seven student regents to their respective universities for terms set to expire on May 31, 2024

Appointment

May 31

Governor Abbott Appoints John Scott As Interim Attorney General Of Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today appointed John Scott as the short-term interim Attorney General of Texas, under Article 15, Section 5 of the Texas Constitution.

Press Release

May 31

First Lady Abbott Celebrates Zamora Middle School Graduation In San Antonio

First Lady Cecilia Abbott yesterday celebrated the accomplishments of the eighth grade class of Robert C. Zamora Middle School at their graduation ceremony in San Antonio.

Press Release

May 30

Governor Abbott Statement On Texas House Passing Substantial Property Tax Cuts

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the Texas House of Representatives passing HB 1/HJR 1 for substantial property tax cuts as part of the special session #1 agenda.

Press Release

May 30

Business Leaders Praise Governor Abbott’s Property Tax Cut Plan

Leading statewide business associations today shared their overwhelming support for Governor Greg Abbott's property tax cut plan announced in the special session #1 agenda that would rein in property taxes for all Texans by driving down property tax rates.

Press Release

May 30

Governor Abbott Announces Angleton Music Friendly Texas Community Workshop

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the City of Angleton will co-host a virtual Music Friendly Texas Community workshop on Tuesday, June 6.

Press Release

May 30

Governor Abbott Renews Drought Disaster Proclamation In May 2023

Governor Abbott Renews Drought Disaster Proclamation In May 2023

Proclamation