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Proclamation Commuting Death Sentence Of Thomas Bartlett Whitaker
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation commuting the death sentence of Thomas Bartlett Whitaker following a unanimous decision by the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles.
Governor Abbott Names Lake Chair And Appoints Paup To Texas Water Development Board
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Brooke Paup to the Texas Water Development Board for a term set to expire on February 1, 2019. Additionally, the Governor named Peter Lake chairman of the board.
Governor Abbott Designates Three To Texas Violent Gang Task Force
Governor Greg Abbott has designated Martin “Ringo” Deleon Jr., Faith Johnson, and Brian Martinez to the Texas Violent Gang Task Force for terms to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.
Governor Abbott Reappoints Three To Jefferson And Orange County Board Of Pilot Commissioners
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed James Scott, Shawn Sparrow, and Milton “Brad” Taylor to the Jefferson and Orange County Board of Pilot Commissioners for terms to expire on August 22, 2019.
Governor Abbott Orders Immediate Action To Address The Safety Of Texas Schools
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to Texas Education Agency (TEA) Commissioner Mike Morath ordering immediate action to ensure the safety of children in Texas schools following the tragedy that occurred at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida last week.
Governor Abbott Statement On The Death Of Billy Graham
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the death of the Reverend Billy Graham, who passed away in his North Carolina home this morning at the age of 99.
Governor Abbott Appoints New To Texas Transportation Commission
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Alvin New to the Texas Transportation Commission for a term set to expire on February 1, 2021.
Commission To Rebuild Texas After Hurricane Harvey Update: Issue 17
Governor Greg Abbott gives top-line information on progress being made by the Commission to Rebuild Texas.