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SB 1 Signature and Item Disapproval Proclamation (85R)
Governor Greg Abbott today signed the 2018-2019 state budget into law. In addition to signing the budget, the Governor vetoed approximately $120 million in spending from the budget.
Governor Abbott Speaks With Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu
Governor Greg Abbott today spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding a number of pro-Israel bills signed into law during the 85th legislature.
Governor Abbott Meets With Vice President Pence At Johnson Space Center
Governor Greg Abbott today met with Vice President Mike Pence at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston where they announced and welcomed the new astronaut candidate class.
Governor Abbott Announces Special Session
Governor Greg Abbott today announced a legislative special session that will begin on July 18th, 2017.
Governor Abbott Statement On Terror Attacks In London
Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement on the terror attacks in London this evening.
First Lady Addresses Heart Of Business Summit In Austin
Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott today attended and provided the luncheon keynote at the first annual Heart of Business Summit. The Summit is hosted by Austin Gives, a program of the Austin Chamber of Commerce that recognizes and encourages business philanthropy.
Reforming Texas’ Foster Care System
Governor Greg Abbott today signed several bills that will reform Texas’ foster care system and Child Protective Services (CPS).
Governor Abbott Signs Bill Ending Local Regulations Of Transportation Network Companies
Governor Greg Abbott today signed House Bill 100 (HB 100), which will end a patchwork of local regulations on ride-sharing companies in Texas and expands transportation options.