News

Dec 17

Governor Abbott Appoints Riskind To Texas Public Finance Authority

The authority issues and sells bonds for designated state agencies in order to finance the acquisition or construction of buildings.

Appointment

Dec 17

Governor Abbott Announces Arlington Designated As Music Friendly Community

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Arlington, having completed the multi-step certification process, has been designated as a Music Friendly Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO).

Press Release

Dec 17

Governor Abbott Appoints Boggus To Texas Board Of Occupational Therapy Examiners

The board licenses and regulates occupational therapy services in the state of Texas.

Appointment

Dec 17

Governor Abbott Provides Update On COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference where he provided an update on the statewide COVID-19 vaccine distribution at the UPS Distribution Center in Austin.

Press Release

Dec 16

Governor Abbott Appoints Seven To Texas Medical Board District One Review Committee

Additionally, he appointed Aundrea Young and reappointed David Davila, D.O. and Courtney Townsend, M.D. for terms set to expire on January 15, 2024 and appointed Imran Dar, M.D. and Kimberly Phillips for terms set to expire on January 15, 2026.

Appointment

Dec 16

Governor Abbott Appoints Seven To Texas Medical Board District Two Review Committee

Additionally, he appointed Carrie de Moor, M.D., Clyde Loll, and Robert Simonson, D.O. for terms set to expire on January 15, 2024 and appointed Angela Downes and Ivan Rovner, M.D. for terms set to expire January 15, 2026.

Appointment

Dec 16

Governor Abbott Reappoints Hurley To Low-Level Radioactive Waste Disposal Compact Commission

Pursuant to an interstate compact with Vermont and in accordance with relevant federal and state laws, the Compact Commission oversees and provides for the efficient management and disposal of low-level radioactive waste while working to protect the health, safety, and welfare of citizens and the environment.

Appointment

Dec 15

Governor Abbott Announces Denison Designated As Music Friendly Community

TMO Community Relations & Outreach Specialist Chip Adams will present the Music Friendly Community designation to Denison Mayor Janet Gott on Tuesday, December 15, 2020, at 6:00 PM during a virtual certification ceremony. 

Press Release