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First Lady Cecilia Abbott Attends Grand Opening For Presbyterian Night Shelter Women And Children’s
First Lady Cecilia Abbott today attended the grand opening and ribbon cutting for the Presbyterian Night Shelter’s new Women and Children’s Center in Fort Worth, Texas.
Governor Abbott, Comptroller Hegar Issue Guidance To State Agencies On Employee Leave
Governor Greg Abbott and Comptroller Glenn Hegar today issued guidance to all state agencies subject to the direction of the governor regarding the use of employee leave.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.