News

Jan 17

Study Shows Texas Continues To Make Major Progress In Bringing High-Speed Internet To More Schools A

Since launching the Texas Classroom Connectivity Initiative, Texas has made significant progress in its ongoing effort to expand access to high-speed Internet in public schools statewide, according to EducationSuperHighway’s annual “State of the States” on K-12 broadband connectivity.

Press Release

Jan 13

Governor Abbott Names President And Appoints Six To Texas Medical Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Sherif Zaafran, M.D., Michael Cokinos, Kandace Farmer, D.O., Jeffrey Luna, M.D., LuAnn Morgan and Jayaram Naidu, M.D. to the Texas Medical Board for terms set to expire April 13, 2021.

Appointment

Jan 12

Governor Abbott Names Steen Presiding Officer Of Texas Racing Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has named John Steen, III presiding officer of the Texas Racing Commission.

Appointment

Jan 12

First Lady And DFPS Commissioner Announce Network Of Nurture Initiative

Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott and Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Commissioner Hank Whitman today sent a letter to faith partners across Texas asking them to join with DFPS in the new year to help provide support to youth and families in the child welfare system.

Press Release

Jan 11

Governor Abbott Proclaims January to be Human Trafficking Prevention Month

I encourage all Texans to join the fight against human trafficking. Awareness and education are critical to preventing exploitation, holding perpetrators accountable and supporting victims. Together, we can bring an end to this terrible crime.

Proclamation

Jan 11

Governor Abbott Names Heller To Texas Poet Laureate, State Musician And State Artists Committee

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Mary Ann Apap Heller to the Texas Poet Laurate, State Musician and State Artists Committee for a term set to expire October 1, 2017.

Appointment

Jan 10

Governor Abbott Appoints Boatright To Fifth Court Of Appeals

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Jason Boatright to the Fifth Court of Appeals for a term set to expire December 31, 2018, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.

Appointment

Jan 9

Governor Abbott Names Chair And Appoints Three To Texas Council On Sex Offender Treatment

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Ezio Leite, Emily Orozco-Crousen and James Taylor to the Council on Sex Offender Treatment for terms set to expire on February 1, 2021. The Governor additionally named Aaron Pierce, Ph.D. presiding officer.

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