News

Nov 1

Governor Abbott Appoints Evans To Fifth Court of Appeals

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed David W. Evans to the Fifth Court of Appeals for a term set to expire on December 31, 2020, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.

Appointment

Oct 31

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At Grand Re-Opening Of BP Westlake Campus In Houston

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the grand re-opening of BP's main building at its Westlake Campus in Houston, which was damaged by flooding from Hurricane Harvey in August 2017.

Press Release

Oct 30

Governor Abbott Appoints Moore To The Governing Board Of The Texas School For The Deaf

The board oversees the provision of all School for the Deaf services, and is responsible for budget preparation, policy adoption and the appointment of the superintendent.

Appointment

Oct 29

First Lady Cecilia Abbott Delivers Remarks At OneStar Foundation’s Texas Nonprofit Summit In San Antonio

The First Lady discussed the importance of volunteerism and philanthropy, and highlighted the success of her Texanthropy initiative.

Press Release

Oct 29

Governor Abbott Appoints Eight To Brazos River Authority Board Of Directors

The Board formulates plans deemed essential to the operation of the District and its administration in the control, storing, preservation and distribution of the storm and flood waters of the Brazos River and its tributary streams.

Appointment

Oct 28

Governor Abbott Names Adriana Cruz Executive Director Of Economic Development And Tourism

Governor Greg Abbott today announced his appointment of Adriana Cruz as the Executive Director of the Economic Development and Tourism (EDT) division within the Office of the Governor.

Press Release, Appointment

Oct 28

Governor Abbott Extended The Disaster Declaration In October 2019 For Texas Counties Affected By Hurricane Harvey

A state of disaster continues to exist in Texas counties hit with catastrophic damage caused by Hurricane Harvey.

Proclamation

Oct 28

Governor Abbott, Lt. Governor Patrick and Speaker Bonnen Name Appointees To Texas Commission on Judicial Selection

Governor Greg Abbott, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick and Speaker Dennis Bonnen have named their appointees to the newly formed Texas Commission on Judicial Selection.

Press Release