News

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.

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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.

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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

Jan 6

Governor Abbott Appoints Six To Texas Juvenile Justice Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Pama Hencerling and Fred Henneke to the Texas Juvenile Justice Board for terms set to expire February 1, 2017 and appointed Edeska Barnes, Jr., Lisa Jarrett, Candy Noble and Wes Ritchey for terms set to expire February 1, 2021.

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Jan 6

Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas State Board Of Podiatric Medical Examiners

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Leslie Campbell, D.P.M. and Renee Pietzsch, D.P.M. and reappointed Chakilla Robinson to the Texas State Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners for terms set to expire on July 10, 2021.

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