News

Jan 27

State Of Texas, Tokyo Metropolitan Government Sign Statement Of Mutual Cooperation

The Office of the Governor's Economic Development and Tourism (EDT) Office yesterday signed a Statement of Mutual Cooperation (SMC) with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's (TMG) Bureau of Industrial and Labor Affairs, which outlines a program framework to assist Tokyo's small and medium-sized enterprises as they seek to expand their business to Texas.

Press Release

Jan 26

Governor Abbott Appoints Five to State Independent Living Council

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Heisha Freeman, Michael Garrett, David Lunt, and Janet "Jan" McSorley and reappointed Joseph "Joe" Rogers to the State Independent Living Council for terms set to expire on October 24, 2024.

Appointment

Jan 22

Governor Abbott Renews Border Security Disaster Declaration In January 2022

Governor Abbott Renews Border Security Disaster Declaration In January 2022

Proclamation

Jan 22

Governor Abbott Renews COVID-19 Disaster Declaration In January 2022

Governor Abbott Renews COVID-19 Disaster Declaration In January 2022

Proclamation

Jan 22

Governor Abbott Statement On Death Of DPS Special Agent Anthony Salas

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement after the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announced that Special Agent Anthony Salas was killed in the line of duty following a vehicle accident in Eagle Pass.

Press Release

Jan 21

Governor Abbott: Texas Again Sets Record High For Employment

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the state of Texas smashed another all-time record for job creation by reaching 13,059,600 total jobs, surpassing all previous employment highs.

Press Release

Jan 20

Governor Abbott Champions Texas Economy At East Parker County Chamber Of Commerce Luncheon In Hudson Oaks

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the East Parker County Chamber of Commerce Luncheon in Hudson Oaks.

Press Release

Jan 19

Governor Abbott Activates State Operations Center Ahead Of Winter Weather In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today ordered the Texas Division of Emergency Management to increase the readiness of the State Operations Center (SOC) ahead of

Press Release