News

Sep 12

Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Board Of Respiratory Care

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Matthew Goldwater and reappointed Samuel Brown and Hammad Qureshi, M.D. to the Texas Board of Respiratory Care for terms set to expire on February 1, 2031.

Appointment

Sep 11

Governor Abbott Requests Additional SBA Assistance Following Texas Flooding

Governor Greg Abbott today requested a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) rural area disaster declaration for the catastrophic flooding that took place over the July 4th weekend across the state.

Press Release

Sep 11

Governor Abbott Announces 2025 Lex Frieden Employment Award Winners

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the 2025 winners of the Lex Frieden Employment Awards (LFEA) for their commitment to hiring and supporting the employment of individuals with disabilities.

Press Release

Sep 11

Governor Abbott Honors First Responders At 2025 Star Of Texas Awards

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered the keynote address and presented awards to honor the service and sacrifice of peace officers, firefighters, and first responders at the 2025 Star Of Texas Awards in Austin.

Press Release

Sep 11

Governor Abbott Congratulates Temple As Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community

Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the City of Temple for being designated a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas after completing the multi-step certification process.

Press Release

Sep 10

Governor Abbott Orders Flags Lowered To Honor Charlie Kirk

Governor Greg Abbott today directed all state government buildings to lower the United States and Texas flags to half-staff, in accordance with President Donald J. Trump's proclamation honoring the memory of Charlie Kirk.

Press Release

Sep 10

Governor Abbott Statement On The Passing Of Charlie Kirk

Governor Greg Abbott today released a statement following the assassination and passing of Charlie Kirk.

Press Release

Sep 10

Governor Abbott, First Lady Abbott Announce Inaugural Texas Women’s Leadership Conference

Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott today announced the inaugural Texas Women’s Leadership Conference (TWLC) to promote the insights, skills, and professional networks that empower professional women to thrive in Texas.

Press Release