News

May 31

Governor Abbott Meets With Israeli Ambassador Ron Dermer, Sends Letter To Fellow Governors Urging St

Governor Greg Abbott today met with Israeli Ambassador Ron Dermer in Dallas, where he thanked the Ambassador for Israel’s continued partnership with the State of Texas and assured him that the Lone Star State has and will continue to stand with the State of Israel against the global scourge of terrorism.

Press Release

May 31

Governor Abbott Appoints Three To The San Jacinto River Authority Board Of Directors

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Ronald Anderson and reappointed Fred Koetting to the San Jacinto River Authority Board of Directors for terms set to expire on October 16, 2021. The Governor additionally appointed Gary Renola for a term to expire on October 16, 2017.

Appointment

May 30

Governor Abbott Addresses 2016 Sun City Memorial Day Celebration; Announces Never Forgotten Initiati

Governor Greg Abbott today addressed the 2016 Sun City Memorial Day celebration in Georgetown, Texas to honor armed service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States of America.

Press Release

May 27

Office Of The Governor And Capital Area Crime Stoppers Offer Reward In I-35 Rock Throwing Case

The Office of the Governor’s Criminal Justice Division, joined by the Capital Area Crime Stoppers, has announced a cash reward of up to $6,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of the person or persons responsible for the I-35 rock throwing attacks.

Press Release

May 27

Governor Abbott Announces Increased Readiness Of State Operations Center As Severe Weather Impacts T

Governor Greg Abbott this morning directed the Texas State Operations Center (SOC) to elevate its emergency response status to Level III as severe storms and potential flooding is forecasted to impact parts of Texas through Memorial Day weekend.

Press Release

May 25

Governor Abbott Issues Statement On Texas’ Lawsuit Against The Obama Administration

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the announcement that the State of Texas will file a lawsuit against the Obama administration.

Press Release

May 24

Governor Abbott Names Chair And Vice-Chair And Appoints Seven To The Advisory Council On Cultural Af

Governor Greg Abbott nameschair and vice-chair and appoints seven to the Advisory Council on Cultural Affairs.

Appointment

May 23

Governor Abbott Names Presiding Officer And Appoints Nine To Texas Board of Respiratory Care

Governor Greg Abbott names presiding officer and appoints nine to Texas Board of Respiratory Care.

Appointment