News

Apr 10

Governor Abbott Names Chair And Reappoints Dush To State Pension Review Board

The board reviews all Texas public retirement systems, both state and local, for actuarial soundness and compliance with state law.

Appointment

Apr 10

Governor Abbott Reappoints Hayden And Mertz-Ulmer To The Texas Private Security Board

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Wade Hayden and Debi Mertz-Ulmer to the Texas Private Security Board for terms set to expire on January 31, 2025.

Appointment

Apr 10

Governor Abbott, Lt. Governor Patrick And Speaker Bonnen Release Joint Statement

Governor Greg Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Speaker of the House Dennis Bonnen today released the following joint statement:

Press Release

Apr 9

Governor Abbott Appoints Atkinson And Williams 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

Apr 9

Texas Expands Opioid Misuse Prevention and Treatment Efforts

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services today announced an additional $24 million in funding for Texas to supplement the State Opioid Response grant program.

Press Release

Apr 8

Governor Abbott Appoints Eight To Texas Economic Development Corporation Board Of Directors

The corporation markets Texas competitively and dynamically to businesses to let them know they can Go Big in Texas.

Appointment

Apr 8

Governor Abbott Names Chair And Appoints Bailey To Texas Facilities Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Brian Bailey to the Texas Facilities Commission for a term set to expire on January 31, 2021. Additionally, the Governor has named William Allensworth chair.

Appointment

Apr 8

Governor Abbott Appoints Koncaba To State Securities Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Kenny Koncaba to the State Securities Board for a term set to expire on January 20, 2023.

Appointment