News

Mar 2

Governor Abbott Participates In Fireside Chat At Texas Economic Development Corporation Summit In Midland

The Governor discussed the welcoming business climate in Texas, as well as the growing economic diversity and development of the Permian Basin.

Press Release

Mar 2

Governor Abbott Declares State of Disaster Due To Drought Conditions In 24 Texas Counties

Governor Abbott today declared a state of disaster from drought conditions in Atascosa, Bee, Burleson, Caidwell, Colorado, DeWitt, Dimmit, Frio, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Jackson, Jim Hogg, Karnes, La Salle, Lavaca, Live Oak, Maverick, Starr, Uvalde, Webb, Wharton, Wilson, Zapata, and Zavala counties.

Proclamation

Mar 2

Governor Abbott Appoints Miranda To Texas Military Preparedness Commission

The Commission's goal is to preserve, protect, expand, and attract new military missions, assets, and installations.

Appointment

Mar 2

Governor Abbott Accepts Site Selection Governor’s Cup Award For Record-Breaking 8th Year In A Row

This is a record-breaking eighth year in a row that Texas has won this coveted award and the 16th overall win — more than any other state.

Press Release

Feb 28

Governor Abbott Appoints Jones To Texas Diabetes Council

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Dirrell Jones to the Texas Diabetes Council for a term set to expire on February 1, 2025.

Appointment

Feb 28

Governor Abbott Announces Grant Awards For Border Zone Fire Departments

Governor Greg Abbott today announced $1 million in grant funding through the Border Zone Fire Department (BZFD) program to support professional fire departments along the Texas-Mexico border region.

Press Release

Feb 27

Governor Abbott Receives Briefing On Coronavirus, Provides Update On Precautionary Measures In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today received a briefing from state health officials on the coronavirus (COVID-19) at the State Operations Center in Austin.

Press Release

Feb 27

Governor Abbott Reappoints Dorton To Family Practice Residency Advisory Committee

he committee reviews, for the Higher Education Coordinating Board, applications for approval and funding of family practice residency training programs and related support programs.

Appointment