News

May 3

Governor Abbott Amends, Renews Wildfire Disaster Proclamation In May 2025

Governor Abbott Amends, Renews Wildfire Disaster Proclamation In May 2025

May 2

Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Trinity River Authority Board Of Directors

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Richard “Carson” Dennis and Elizabeth Thomas to the Trinity River Authority Board of Directors for terms set to expire March 15, 2029, and on March 15, 2027, respectively.

Appointment

May 1

First Lady Abbott Congratulates Columbus As 200th Film Friendly Texas Community

First Lady Cecilia Abbott today announced that the City of Columbus has been designated as the 200th Film Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Film Commission during a celebration at the Texas Capitol in Austin attended by community leaders from across the state.

Press Release

May 1

Texas Wins 2025 Prosperity Cup For New Business Investments

Wins "Triple Crown Trophy" For Best Economy In The Nation

Press Release

Apr 30

Governor Abbott Highlights Texas’ Deadly, Broken Bail System In Houston

Governor Greg Abbott today held a roundtable and press conference at Crime Stoppers of Houston to highlight Texas' deadly and broken bail system to ensure dangerous criminals are kept behind bars.

Press Release

Apr 30

Governor Abbott Congratulates McKinney As Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community

Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the City of McKinney on being designated as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas in the inaugural year of the program after completing the multi-step certification process.

Press Release

Apr 30

Governor Abbott Names Anderson President, Reappoints Boulware, Micheletti To San Jacinto River Authority Board Of Directors

Governor Greg Abbott reappointed Charles “Ed” Boulware and Mark Micheletti to the San Jacinto River Authority Board of Directors for terms set to expire on October 16, 2027.

Appointment

Apr 30

Governor Abbott Reappoints Bugg To State Preservation Board

Governor Abbott reappointed Alethea Swann Bugg to the State Preservation Board for a term set to expire on February 1, 2027.