News

Sep 16

Governor Abbott To Lead Economic Development Mission To Japan And South Korea

The Office of Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Governor will lead an economic development mission to Japan and South Korea.

Press Release

Sep 16

Governor Abbott Prepares State Resources As Severe Weather Approaches Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today placed numerous resources on standby across the state and elevated the State Operations Center to level 3 (Increased Readiness) as severe weather approaches the Gulf Coast of Texas.

Press Release

Sep 16

Governor Abbott Appoints Ellis Chair Of The State Board Of Education

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Keven Ellis, D.C. as Chair of the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) for a term set to expire on September 16, 2021.

Appointment

Sep 16

Governor Abbott Appoints Janecka To Texas Commission On Environmental Quality

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Robert “Bobby” Janecka to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for a term set to expire August 31, 2025.

Appointment

Sep 13

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At U.S. India Chamber Of Commerce DFW Small Business Forum

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the U.S. India Chamber of Commerce's DFW Small Business Forum in Dallas.

Press Release

Sep 13

Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Commission On The Arts

The commission fosters the development of a receptive climate for the arts that will culturally enrich and benefit state citizens in their daily lives and attract outstanding artist to become state residents.

Appointment

Sep 12

Governor Abbott Releases Texas Safety Action Report

Following weeks of meetings with nearly 50 experts in the aftermath of tragedies across the state, Governor Greg Abbott today unveiled the Texas Safety Action Report.

Press Release

Sep 12

Governor Abbott Reappoints Five To Texas Forensic Science Commission

The commission provides oversight over Texas crime laboratories and other entities conducting forensic analyses for use in criminal proceedings and provides an accreditation mandate responsible for establishing procedures, policies, and practices to improve the quality of forensic analyses conducted in Texas.

Appointment