News

Sep 13

Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Commission On The Arts

The commission fosters the development of a receptive climate for the arts that will culturally enrich and benefit state citizens in their daily lives and attract outstanding artist to become state residents.

Appointment

Sep 12

Governor Abbott Releases Texas Safety Action Report

Following weeks of meetings with nearly 50 experts in the aftermath of tragedies across the state, Governor Greg Abbott today unveiled the Texas Safety Action Report.

Press Release

Sep 12

Governor Abbott Reappoints Five To Texas Forensic Science Commission

The commission provides oversight over Texas crime laboratories and other entities conducting forensic analyses for use in criminal proceedings and provides an accreditation mandate responsible for establishing procedures, policies, and practices to improve the quality of forensic analyses conducted in Texas.

Appointment

Sep 11

Governor Abbott Appoints Rudolph To Advisory Council On Emergency Medical Services

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Darrin R. Rudolph to the Advisory Council on Emergency Medical Services for a term set to expire on January 1, 2020.

Appointment

Sep 11

Governor Abbott Presents 2019 Star Of Texas Awards

Governor Greg Abbott today presented the 2019 Star of Texas Awards to peace officers, firefighters, and first responders who demonstrated heroism and sacrifice in service to their communities and the Lone Star State. 

Press Release

Sep 11

Governor Abbott Statement On Passing Of T. Boone Pickens

Governor Greg Abbott today issued the following statement on the passing of entrepreneur and philanthropist, T. Boone Pickens.

Press Release

Sep 6

Governor Abbott Appoints Stodghill To Public Safety Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Steve Stodghill to the Public Safety Commission for a term set to expire on January 1, 2024.

Appointment

Sep 5

Governor Greg Abbott Issues Eight Executive Orders In Response To El Paso and Odessa Shootings

Following the tragedies in El Paso and Odessa, Governor Greg Abbott today issued eight executive orders to help prevent further mass shootings by enhancing reporting requirements and ensuring law enforcement and the public have the training, tools, and resources they need to provide and respond to Suspicious Activity Reports.

Proclamation