News

Sep 14

Governor Abbott Appoints Three To OneStar Foundation

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Elexis Grimes and Marlene S. McMichael and appointed Adrianna Cuéllar Rojas to the OneStar Foundation for terms set to expire on March 15, 2026.

Appointment

Sep 13

Governor Abbott Appoints Douglass As Presiding Officer Of Grayson County Regional Mobility Authority

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed William “Bill” Douglass as presiding officer of the Grayson County Regional Mobility Authority for a term set to expire on February 1, 2024.

Appointment

Sep 13

Governor Abbott Announces Over $1.8 Million In Grants To East Texas Veteran Organizations

Governor Greg Abbott today announced nine Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants totaling over $1.8 million were awarded to nine East Texas veteran service organizations as part of the Texas Veterans Commission's (TVC) Big Check Tour.

Press Release

Sep 13

Governor Abbott Hosts German Federal Minister Baerbock In Austin

Governor Greg Abbott yesterday held a meeting with Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Germany Annalena Baerbock and other German leaders to discuss the unique economic relationship and continued international partnership between Texas and Germany.

Press Release

Sep 12

Governor Abbott Announces Film Friendly Texas Designation For Crockett

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Crockett, having completed the multi-step training and certification process, has been designated as a Film Friendly Texas Community by the Texas Film Commission.

Sep 11

Governor Abbott Announces Over $6.9 Million In Grants To Gulf Coast Veteran Organizations

Governor Greg Abbott today announced 31 Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants totaling over $6.9 million were awarded to 26 Gulf Coast area veteran service organizations as part of the Texas Veterans Commission's (TVC) Big Check Tour.

Press Release

Sep 11

Governor Abbott Announces Lufkin Designated Music Friendly Texas Certified Community

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Lufkin, having completed the multi-step certification process, has been designated a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO).

Press Release

Sep 11

Governor Abbott Honors First Responders At 2023 Star Of Texas Awards

Governor Greg Abbott today honored peace officers, firefighters, and first responders who demonstrated profound heroism and sacrifice while performing their duties to their communities and the State of Texas at the 2023 Star Of Texas Awards in Austin.

Press Release