News

Jan 13

Governor Abbott Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration Following Severe Weather In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration for three Texas counties that sustained widespread damage due to severe thunderstorms, straight line winds, hail, and tornadoes from October 20th through October 21st, 2019.

Press Release

Jan 13

Governor Abbott Appoints Meyer And Keller To Education Commission Of The States

The Education Commission of the States gathers and analyzes data concerning education needs and resources as well as encourages research in all aspects of education.

Appointment

Jan 13

Governor Abbott Names Chair And Appoints Five To Red River Boundary Commission

The Commission shall confer and act jointly with representatives appointed on behalf of the State of Oklahoma.

Appointment

Jan 13

Governor Abbott Presents Governor’s Medal Of Courage To West Freeway Church Of Christ Hero Jack Wilson

Governor Greg Abbott today presented the Governor's Medal of Courage to West Freeway Church of Christ hero Jack Wilson at the Governor's Mansion.

Press Release

Jan 13

Governor Abbott Appoints Garland And Galindo To Risk Management Board

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Lloyd Garland, M.D. and appointed Rick Galindo, III to the Risk Management Board for terms set to expire on February 1, 2025.

Appointment

Jan 13

Governor Abbott Designates Soward To Texas Violent Gang Task Force

Governor Greg Abbott has designated David Soward to the Texas Violent Gang Task Force for a term at the pleasure of the Governor.

Appointment

Jan 11

Governor Abbott Pardons Human Trafficking Survivor Robbie Ann Hamilton

The announcement comes on Human Trafficking Awareness Day

Press Release

Jan 10

Governor Abbott Proclaims January Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Governor Abbott today proclaimed January 2020 as Human Trafficking Prevention Month in Texas.

Press Release