News

Jan 30

Governor Abbott Addresses Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Convention

America is the brightest beacon of freedom the world has ever known for one simple reason – because of you – our veterans, the men and women who put service above self,” Governor Abbott said. “As Governor, I will constantly work to find ways to help our veterans. It’s our duty to help those who helped make America so exceptional. And it’s our duty to honor those whose sacrifice has preserved our freedom.

Press Release

Jan 29

Governor Abbott Proposes To Eliminate Emerging Technology Fund; Establish New University Research In

Texas will continue to make meaningful and effective investments in job creation. Now we must also harness our resources to elevate Texas’ higher education institutions as integral participants in our economic advancement.

Press Release

Jan 28

Governor Abbott Calls On State Agencies To Reform Contracting Process

In a letter sent today to all state agency heads, Governor Greg Abbott called for higher standards in the State’s contracting and procurement process, including specific reforms aimed at restoring the public trust in the contracting process.

Press Release

Jan 27

Governor Abbott Statement on Prosecution of Governor Perry

Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement regarding the decision to allow legal proceedings against former Governor Rick Perry to move forward.

Press Release

Jan 27

Governor Abbott Sets February 17 Special Runoff Election for House District 13

Governor Abbott has set Tuesday, February 17, 2015, as the special runoff election date to fill a vacancy in Texas House District 13.

Proclamation

Jan 26

EDITORIAL: Chemistry Between Abbott and RGV Grows

It’s altogether natural and perhaps fitting that society has a tendency to measure carefully each word and deed of new leaders once they assume the mantle of leadership.

Jan 23

Governor Abbott Sets February 17 Special Runoff Election for Senate District 26

Governor Abbott has set Tuesday, February 17, 2015, as the special runoff election date to fill a vacancy in Texas Senate District 26.

Proclamation

Jan 23

Governor Abbott Sets February 17 Special Runoff Election for House District 123

Governor Abbott has set Tuesday, February 17, 2015, as the special runoff election date to fill a vacancy in Texas House District 123.

Proclamation