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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Governor Abbott Appoints Carroll And Gallardo To Texas Juvenile Justice Advisory Board
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Angel Carroll and Gabrielle Gallardo to the Texas Juvenile Justice Advisory Board for terms at the pleasure of the Governor.
Governor Abbott Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration In Response To Severe Weather And Flooding
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting a Presidential Disaster Declaration for Texas counties heavily impacted by recent severe weather and flooding that caused widespread damage across the state.
Governor Abbott Expands State Disaster Declaration For Additional Texas Counties
Governor Greg Abbott today also expanded his State Disaster Declaration to cover a total of 111 Texas counties. Governor Abbott has authorized the use of all available resources of state government and of political subdivisions to aid in the response efforts.