News

Aug 12

Governor Abbott Appoints Vaughn To Texas Transportation Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Robert C. “Robie” Vaughn to the Texas Transportation Commission for a term set to expire on February 1, 2025.

Appointment

Aug 9

Governor Abbott Appoints Seven To Nueces River Authority Board Of Directors

The authority shall administer the control, employment, and conservation of the waters of the Nueces River Basin, forestation and reforestation, groundwater, storm water floodwater, water quality control, solid waste, and parks and recreational facilities.

Appointment

Aug 8

Governor Abbott Names Chair And Appoints Four To Credit Union Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Elizabeth “Liz” Bayless and appointed David Shurtz and Kay Swan to the Credit Union Commission for te

Appointment

Aug 7

Governor Abbott Names Kinney Chair And Appoints Tyroch To State Securities Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Melissa Tyroch to the State Securities Board for a term set to expire on January 20, 2025.

Press Release, Appointment

Aug 7

Governor Abbott Meets With Lawmakers Following El Paso Shooting

Governor Greg Abbott today hosted a meeting with statewide officials and members of the El Paso state delegation following the tragic shooting in El Paso on Saturday, August 3rd.

Press Release

Aug 6

Governor Abbott Names Chair And Appoints Four To Parks And Wildlife Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed James Abell, Jeff Hildebrand, and Bobby Patton to the Parks and Wildlife Commission for terms set to expire on February 1, 2025.

Press Release, Appointment

Aug 5

Governor Greg Abbott Extended The State Disaster Declaration In August 2019 For Texas Counties Affected By Hurricane Harvey

Governor Greg Abbott extended the State Disaster Declaration for Texas counties affected by Hurricane Harvey.

Aug 4

Governor Abbott Orders Texas Flags Lowered To Half-Staff In Honor Of El Paso Shooting Victims

Governor Greg Abbott today ordered Texas flags across the state to be lowered to half-staff in memory of those who lost their lives in the shooting in El Paso on Saturday, August 3, 2019.

Press Release, Proclamation