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Governor Abbott Reappoints Monson Chief Administrative Law Judge
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Kristofer Monson as the Chief Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) for the State Office of Administrative Hearings (SOAH) for a term set to expire on May 15, 2024.
Governor Abbott Appoints Garbee To Texas Nonprofit Council
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Kelty Garbee, Ph.D. to the Texas Nonprofit Council for a term set to expire on October 1, 2024.
Governor Abbott Directs State Agencies To Coordinate Response To Water Main Break In Odessa
Governor Abbott today directed state agencies, through the Texas Division of Emergency (TDEM), to coordinate and deploy resources in response to a disaster declaration issued by Ector County Judge Debi Hays resulting from the City of Odessa main water line failure currently impacting approximately 165,000 Texans in the area.
Governor Abbott Statement On Relocation Of Caterpillar’s Global Headquarters To Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement celebrating Caterpillar Inc.'s (Caterpillar) announcement that the company will be moving its global headquarters from Deerfield, Illinois to their existing office in Irving, Texas.
Governor Abbott Urges TDCAA To Increase Lie-And-Try Prosecutions To Protect Texas Communities
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter urging Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) Executive Director Robert Kepple to highlight the lie-and-try law as a new tool for Texas prosecutors and provide training for prosecutors and investigators regarding best practices for prosecuting such offenses to help protect their communities.
Governor Abbott Commends Lt. Governor Patrick, Speaker Phelan On Proposed Solutions For School Safety
Governor Greg Abbott today released a statement commending Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Speaker Dade Phelan for the quick response by their chambers and for the initial proposals addressing public and school safety following the recent tragedy at Robb Elementary School.
Governor Abbott Appoints Three To University Of North Texas System Board Of Regents
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Lindy Rydman and reappointed Ashok “A.K.” Mago and Laura Wright to the University of North Texas System Board of Regents for terms set to expire on May 22, 2027.
Governor Abbott Directs TEA To Create New Chief Of School Safety And Security Position
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter directing Texas Education Agency (TEA) Commissioner Mike Morath to create the position of Chief of School Safety and Security within the agency.