News

Nov 9

Governor Greg Abbott Orders Expedited Special Election For Texas State Senate District 6

Governor Greg Abbott has issued a proclamation ordering an expedited special election in Texas State Senate District 6 following the resignation of Senator Sylvia Garcia.

Nov 9

Governor Abbott Appoints Stanek Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Sunshine Stanek Lubbock County Criminal District Attorney for a term set to expire on December 31, 2018

Appointment

Nov 9

Governor Abbott Orders Expedited Special Election For Texas State Senate District 6

Governor Greg Abbott has issued a proclamation ordering an expedited special election in Texas State Senate District 6 following the resignation of Senator Sylvia Garcia.

Proclamation

Nov 8

Governor Abbott And BMI Announce Opening Of New Office In Austin

Governor Greg Abbott and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), the global leader in performing rights management, today announced that BMI is expanding its presence in the Lone Star State and will open its first creative office in Austin, Texas.

Press Release

Nov 4

Governor Abbott Attends Memorial Service For Anniversary Of Sutherland Springs Shooting

Governor Greg Abbott today joined survivors, faith leaders, local officials, and community members at a memorial and remembrance service marking the one year anniversary of the tragedy at First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs.

Press Release

Nov 4

Governor Greg Abbott Extended The State Disaster Declaration In November For Texas Counties Affected By Hurricane Harvey

Governor Greg Abbott extended the State Disaster Declaration for Texas counties affected by Hurricane Harvey.

Proclamation

Oct 31

Governor Abbott Appoints Two And Names Chair Of Automobile Burglary And Theft Prevention Authority

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Miguel “Mike” Rodriguez and Phillip Shay Gause to the Automobile Burglary and Theft Prevention Authority for terms set to expire on February 1, 2023. Additionally, the Governor has named Tommy Hansen as chair.

Appointment

Oct 31

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

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Carol Hollen to the Texas Poet Laureate, State Musician and State Artists Committee for a term set to expire on October 1, 2019.

Appointment