News

May 1

Governor Abbott Reappoints Brainard To State Pension Review Board

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Keith Brainard to the State Pension Review Board for a term set to expire on January 31, 2025.

Appointment

May 1

Governor Abbott Announces New Governor’s Summer Merit Program Awards For Youth STEM Camps

Governor Greg Abbott today announced 16 grants totaling $946,905 that will be distributed through the Governor's Summer Merit Program to Texas universities and community colleges for summer youth camps that focus on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). 

Press Release

Apr 30

Governor Abbott Statement On House Passage Of Senate Bill 2

Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement after the Texas House passed Senate Bill 2 to rein in skyrocketing property taxes in Texas.

Press Release

Apr 29

Governor Abbott Appoints Boatright To Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Jason Boatright to the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a term set to expire on November 15, 2023.

Appointment

Apr 29

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At Texas Prayer Breakfast In Austin

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the Texas Prayer Breakfast in Austin. The Governor discussed the role of prayer in his life, and encouraged the audience to draw strength from prayer when faced with their own challenges.

Press Release

Apr 26

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At Houston Hispanic Chamber Of Commerce Annual Luncheon

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (HHCC) Annual Luncheon.

Press Release

Apr 25

Governor Abbott Reappoints Bithos As Independent Ombudsman For State Supported Living Centers

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed George P. Bithos, D.D.S., Ph.D. as the Independent Ombudsman for State Supported Living Centers for a term set to expire February 1, 2021.

Appointment

Apr 25

ICYMI: Fort Worth Star-Telegram: Warning To Texas Renters On Property Taxes: ‘You’re Being Eaten For Lunch’

Watch out, Texas renters. You may not worry about spiking property values that are forcing some Texans out of their homes. But you are not immune.

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