News

Jun 29

Governor Abbott Appoints Thomas as Director of the Office of Community-Based Care Transition

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Theresa “Trisha” Thomas as the Director of the Office of Community-Based Care Transition for a term at the pleasure of the Governor.

Appointment

Jun 28

Governor Abbott Amends Border Crisis Disaster Declaration To Include Partnering Counties

Governor Greg Abbott has issued a revised disaster declaration in response to the border crisis, which provides more resources and strategies to combat the ongoing influx of unlawful immigrants.

Press Release

Jun 28

Governor Abbott Announces Virtual Music Friendly Community Workshop In McAllen

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Music Office (TMO) and Visit McAllen will co-host a virtual Music Friendly Community workshop on Tuesday, June 29.

Press Release

Jun 28

Governor Abbott Allocates Additional $94.6M Emergency Education Relief Funding for Texas Higher Education

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the State of Texas will invest an additional $94.6 million in federal funds to support higher education.

Press Release

Jun 25

Office Of The Governor Issues Statement On Democrats’ Lawsuit To Overturn Article X Veto

Office of the Governor Press Secretary Renae Eze today issued a statement regarding a lawsuit filed by Texas Democrat state representatives and others to halt the execution of the Governor's veto of Article X

Press Release

Jun 25

Governor Abbott Amends Border Crisis Disaster Declaration

Governor Abbott Amends Border Crisis Disaster Declaration

Proclamation

Jun 25

Governor Abbott Urges County Judges Across Texas To Complete Border Budget Forecast Form

Governor Greg Abbott today urged County Judges across Texas to submit their 2-year projected budget for expenses related to the ongoing border crisis.

Press Release

Jun 25

Governor Abbott Issues Statewide Call For Jailers To Assist Border Sheriffs With Increased Arrests Related To Border Crisis

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statewide call for jailers across the state to assist border sheriffs with operating detention facilities and providing jail beds for those arrested for state charges related to the border crisis.

Press Release