News

Apr 6

Governor Abbott Announces 46 Participating Counties For Sixth Week Of Save Our Seniors Initiative

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Division of Emergency (TDEM), the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), and the Texas Military Department (TMD) have announced 46 counties participating in the sixth week of the Save Our Seniors COVID-19 vaccine initiative.

Press Release

Apr 6

Governor Abbott Appoints Gonzalez and Garcia to Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Samantha Gonzalez and reappointed Maria Garcia to the Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners for terms set to expire on January 31, 2027.

Appointment

Apr 6

Governor Abbott Issues Executive Order Prohibiting Government-Mandated Vaccine Passports

Governor Greg Abbott today issued an Executive Order prohibiting state agencies or political subdivisions in Texas from creating a "vaccine passport" requirement, or otherwise conditioning receipt of services on an individual’s COVID-19 vaccination status.

Press Release

Apr 5

Governor Abbott Extends COVID-19 Disaster Declaration - April 2021

Governor Abbott Extends COVID-19 Disaster Declaration - April 2021

Proclamation

Apr 5

Governor Abbott Extends Hurricane Harvey Disaster Declaration - April 2021

Governor Abbott Extends Hurricane Harvey Disaster Declaration - April 2021

Proclamation

Apr 5

Governor Abbott Declines To Throw First Pitch At Texas Rangers Game Due To MLB’s False Narrative On Voter Integrity Laws

Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to the Texas Rangers baseball organization declining the invitation to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at the their home opening game

Press Release

Apr 1

Governor Abbott Provides Update On Operation Lone Star In Weslaco

Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference in Weslaco where he provided an update on Texas’ response to the humanitarian crisis at the southern border through Operation Lone Star.

Press Release

Apr 1

Governor Abbott Appoints McAdams To Public Utility Commission Of Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Will McAdams to the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) for a term set to expire September 1, 2025.

Appointment