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Governor Abbott Speaks With Department Of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos
Governor Greg Abbott today held a call with United States Department of Education Secretary Betsy DeVos to discuss the recent stabbing attack at The University of Texas at Austin.
Governor Abbott Appoints Five To Texas Department Of Housing And Community Affairs
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Paul Braden and Leo Vasquez to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for terms set to expire on January 31, 2023. He also reappointed J.B. Goodwin and appointed Sharon Thomason for terms set to expire January 31, 2021 and appointed Asusena Reséndiz for a term set to expire January 31, 2019.
Governor Abbott Participates In Conference Call On Zika Virus
Governor Greg Abbott today participated in a conference call on Zika virus response and prevention efforts in Texas and across the United States.
Governor Abbott Announces Ryder Expansion In Fort Worth
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Ryder Integrated Logistics, Inc. will be expanding its facilities in Fort Worth to support its supply management, logistics, and transportation management operations.
First Lady Addresses Texas Victim Services Association Biannual Conference
Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott today attended and delivered remarks at the Texas Victim Services Association (TVSA) biannual conference and 20th anniversary celebration.
Anti-Israel Policies Are Anti-Texas Policies
Governor Greg Abbott today signed into law House Bill 89 (HB 89), known as the Anti-BDS (Boycott, Divestments, and Sanctions) bill, which prohibits all state agencies from contracting with, and certain public funds from investing in, companies that boycott Israel.
Governor Abbott Reappoints Three To Texas Board Of Respiratory Care
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Latana Jackson-Woods, Shad Pellizzari and Sonia Sanderson to the Texas Board of Respiratory Care for terms set to expire February 1, 2023.
Governor Abbott Declares State Of Disaster For Three Texas Counties Following Severe Weather
Governor Greg Abbott today declared a State of Disaster in three Texas Counties following severe weather and deadly tornadoes that struck Te