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Governor 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.
Governor Abbott Appoints Shivers To State Pension Review Board
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Shari Shivers to the State Pension Review Board for a term set to expire on January 31, 2023.
Governor Abbott Statement On Texas House And Senate Select Committees To Address Violence And Community Safety
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the formation of the Texas Senate and House Select Committees on Mass Violence Prevention and Community Safety.
Governor Abbott Announces Intent To Appoint Fahey To 348th Judicial District Court
Governor Greg Abbott today announced his intention to appoint Megan Fahey as Judge of the 348th Judicial District Court in Tarrant County upon Judge Mike Wallach’s formal resignation.
Governor Abbott Appoints Wallach To Second Court of Appeals
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Mike Wallach to the Second Court of Appeals for a term set to expire on December 31, 2020, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.
Governor Abbott Issues Statement Following Reports Of Shooting In Odessa
Governor Greg Abbott released a statement following reports of a shooting in Odessa, Texas. The Governor will be traveling to Odessa tomorrow morning, September 1st.
Texas Deploys Resources To Florida To Assist With Disaster Response
Governor Greg Abbott has deployed assistance to the state of Florida in response to Hurricane Dorian, which is forecasted to impact the Florida coast.
Governor Abbott Extends State of Disaster In South Texas Due To Drought Conditions
Governor Abbott extends state of disaster for South Texas drought conditions.