News

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.

Appointment

Jan 9

Governor Greg Abbott Recognizes Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

Governor Greg Abbott today expressed his gratitude to those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe and asked that all Texans join him in showing their appreciation for our peace officers.

Press Release

Jan 9

Governor Abbott Statement On Biennial Revenue Estimate

Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement on Comptroller Glenn Hegar’s Biennial Revenue Estimate.

Press Release

Jan 8

Governor Abbott Meets Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen In Houston

Governor Greg Abbott today met with Her Excellency, Tsai Ing-wen, President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) in Houston to discuss energy, trade relations and commercial ties between Taiwan and the State of Texas.

Press Release

Jan 6

Governor Abbott Appoints Pittman To Second Court Of Appeals

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

Appointment