News

Feb 17

Governor Abbott Statement On Executive Amnesty Ruling

President Obama abdicated his responsibility to uphold the United States Constitution when he attempted to circumvent the laws passed by Congress via executive fiat, and Judge Hanen’s decision rightly stops the President’s overreach in its tracks.

Press Release

Feb 16

WEB VIDEO: What Texans Want From State Of The State

As Governor Abbott prepares to deliver his State of the State address, the Office of the Governor today released a web video featuring Texans talking about the issues they want to hear Governor Abbott discuss in Tuesday’s speech.

Press Release

Feb 13

Governor Abbott Appoints Farias To Higher Education Coordinating Board

Governor Greg Abbott today appointed Dr. Fred Farias, III to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for a term to expire August 31, 2019.

Press Release

Feb 13

Governor Abbott Appoints Two To Texas Transportation Commission

Reliable transportation infrastructure is vital to the economic growth and success of the state of Texas. Bruce Bugg and Tryon Lewis will be effective voices for accelerating economic expansion, growing jobs and improving infrastructure without raising taxes, fees or tolls.

Press Release

Feb 12

Governor Abbott Calls On President Obama To Sign Keystone XL Pipeline Into Law

Texas Governor Greg Abbott today joined a coalition of 24 governors in sending a letter to President Barack Obama encouraging the President to reconsider his threat to veto legislation approving the Keystone XL pipeline.

Press Release

Feb 9

11 Texas Recording Artists Receive GRAMMY® Awards

The 57th Annual GRAMMY® Awards, broadcast on Sunday evening, featured 11 recording artists, born-or-based in Texas, receiving 13 GRAMMY awards. In addition to receiving awards, Texans Beyoncé and Miranda Lambert were among the 23 live performers on the show.

Press Release

Feb 5

Governor Abbott, Comptroller Hegar Announce Restructuring Of Events Trust Funds Oversight

Governor Greg Abbott and Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today announced a joint proposal to transfer the state’s four events trust fund programs to the Governor’s Economic Development and Tourism Division in an effort to strengthen the state’s economic development strategy.

Press Release

Feb 4

Governor Abbott Reappoints Tonya Baer To The Office Of Public Utility Counsel

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the reappointment of Tonya Baer to the Office of Public Utility Counsel (OPUC) for a term to expire February 1, 2017.

Appointment