News

Apr 9

Governor Abbott Sends Letter To Vice President Harris Demanding Shut Down Of Federally Run Unaccompanied Minor Facility In San Antonio

Provides Additional Information On Allegations Of Sexual Assault, Abuse, Neglect Inside Facility

Press Release

Apr 8

Governor Abbott Statement On Shooting In Bryan

Governor Greg Abbott today issued the following statement on the shooting in Bryan.

Press Release

Apr 8

Governor Abbott Appoints Phillips as Red River Compact Commissioner

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Robin Phillips as Red River Compact Commissioner for a term set to expire on February 1, 2023.

Appointment

Apr 8

Governor Abbott Issues Proclamation Recognizing April 2021 As Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation recognizing April 2021 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month in Texas

Press Release

Apr 7

Governor Abbott Announces Partial Approval Of FEMA Community Vaccination Sites Extension Request In DFW Metroplex, Houston

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has partially approved a request to extend operations for the Federally Supported Community Vaccination Centers in Arlington, Dallas, and Houston through May 18th.

Press Release

Apr 7

Governor Abbott Appoints Three to Commission on Jail Standards

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Sheriff Pinky Gonzales and Ross Reyes and reappointed Sheriff Kelly Rowe to the Commission on Jail Standards for terms set to expire January 31, 2027.

Appointment

Apr 7

Governor Abbott Announces Outstanding Women In Texas Government Award Recipients

The State Agency Council to the Governor’s Commission for Women is proud to announce the Outstanding Women in Texas Government Award recipients for 2020.

Press Release