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Governor Abbott Announces Over $1 Million In Grants To Boost Workforce Readiness
Governor Greg Abbott today announced six dual credit grants totaling more than $1 million have been awarded to Texas independent school districts (ISD) to train students for high-demand, good-paying jobs after graduation.
Governor Abbott Announces Ariat International Expansion In Fort Worth
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Ariat International will expand their regional headquarters in Fort Worth, creating 150 new jobs and more than $8.9 million in capital investment.
Governor Abbott Sends Letter To U.S. Secretary Bessent Requesting Suspension of CAIR’s Tax-Exempt Status
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to request the Treasury Department launch an investigation into the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and suspend its status as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization.
Governor Abbott Statement On Retirement Of Texas HHS Executive Commissioner Young
Governor Greg Abbott today issued the following statement on the retirement of Cecile Erwin Young as Executive Commissioner of Texas Health and Human Services (HHS), effective January 2, 2026.
Governor Abbott Appoints Richey As Judge Of The 369th Judicial District Court In Anderson, Cherokee, And Leon Counties
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Jonathan Richey as Judge of the 369th Judicial District Court in Anderson, Cherokee, and Leon Counties for a term set to expire December 31, 2026, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.
Governor Abbott Appoints Fertitta To University Of Houston System Board Of Regents
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Patrick Fertitta to the University of Houston System Board of Regents for a term set to expire on August 31, 2027.
Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Health Professions Workforce Coordinating Council
Governor Greg Abbott appointed Clifford Porter, M.D., Ph.D., Bryan Sisk, DNP, Candice Smith, and Cheletta Watkins, M.D. to the Health Professions Workforce Coordinating Council for terms set to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.
Governor Abbott Announces San Augustine Designated Music Friendly Texas Certified Community
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of San Augustine has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community after completing the multi-step certification process.