News

Feb 4

Governor Abbott Issues Ice Storm Disaster Declaration

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a disaster declaration for Texas counties impacted by this week’s ice storm that caused widespread property damage, hazardous travel disruptions, and localized power outages.

Press Release

Feb 3

Governor Abbott, HHSC Announce Final Extension Of Emergency SNAP Benefits For February 2023

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is providing more than $345.9 million in emergency Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits for the month of February as the final extension of benefits.

Press Release

Feb 3

Governor Abbott Appoints Camacho As Deputy Adjutant General For Air

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Brigadier General Andrew J. Camacho to serve as the Deputy Adjutant General for Air for a term to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.

Appointment

Feb 3

Governor Abbott Proclaims February 2023 As Black History Month In Texas

Governor Abbott Proclaims February 2023 As Black History Month In Texas

Proclamation

Feb 3

Governor Abbott Reappoints Richards, Thompson To Manufactured Housing Board

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Ronald M. “Ronnie” Richards and Keith C. Thompson to the Manufactured Housing Board for terms set to expire January 31, 2029.

Appointment

Feb 3

Governor Abbott Reappoints Rodriguez, Smith To Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Miguel “Mike” Rodriguez and Patrick “Dean” Smith to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority for terms set to expire on February 1, 2029.

Appointment

Feb 3

Governor Abbott Appoints Johnson As Injured Employee Public Counsel

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Dirk Johnson to the Injured Employee Public Counsel for a term set to expire on February 1, 2025.

Appointment

Feb 3

Governor Abbott Announces Music Friendly Texas Workshop In Corpus Christi

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Music Office (TMO) and Visit Corpus Christi will co-host a Music Friendly Texas workshop on Thursday, February 16 in Corpus Christi. Musicians, venues, and the general public are welcome to attend the free event.

Press Release