News

Mar 20

Governor Abbott Issues Statement On Texas Supreme Court Temporary Suspension Of Residential Eviction Proceedings

Governor Greg Abbott issued the following statement after the Texas Supreme Court issued an emergency order suspending residential eviction proceedings through April 19, 2020.

Press Release

Mar 20

Governor Abbott Waives Health Care Fees For Incarcerated Texans In TDCJ Facilities

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) to temporarily suspend inmate fees for health care services related to COVID-19.

Press Release

Mar 20

Governor Abbott, Matthew McConaughey, Roy Spence Release PSA On Importance Of Social Distancing

The PSA was produced by Roy Spence, Chairman of Austin-based advertising company GSD&M, with Matthew McConaughey providing the voice-over.

Press Release

Mar 19

Governor Abbott Issues Executive Orders In Accordance With Federal Guidelines To Mitigate Spread Of COVID-19 In Texas

The four orders serve to limit public gatherings and help reduce exposure for people across the state.

Press Release

Mar 19

Governor Abbott Issues Executive Orders To Mitigate Spread Of COVID-19 In Texas

The four orders serve to limit public gatherings and help reduce exposure for people across the state.

Proclamation

Mar 19

Dr. John Hellerstedt Issues Public Health Disaster Declaration In Texas

The actions, taken immediately, will reduce and delay the spread of COVID-19.

Proclamation

Mar 19

Governor Abbott Appoints Namdar To OneStar Foundation

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Brad Namdar for a term set to expire on March 15, 2022.

Appointment

Mar 19

Governor Abbott Reappoints Boyd To Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Douglass W. “Doug” Boyd to the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission for a term set to expire on March 17, 2023.

Appointment