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Jun 20

Governor Abbott Vetoes House Bill 184 (84R)

Pursuant to Article IV, Section 14, of the Texas Constitution, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, do hereby disapprove of and veto House Bill No. 184 as passed by the Eighty-Fourth Texas Legislature, Regular Session, because of the following objections:

Jun 20

House Bill 994 Becomes Law (84R)

I want to be clear that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) can recognize an ad valorem tax exemption under Chapter 11 of the Tax Code for a property that complies with, or prevents the applicability of, a federal environmental rule without conceding the legality or policy merits of the federal rule.

Jun 20

House Bill 700 Becomes Law (84R)

Tuition set-asides subsidize the education of some students at the cost of all, and should be eliminated as provided by House Bill No. 700.

Jun 20

House Bill 2396 Becomes Law (84R)

Tuition set-asides subsidize the education of some students at the cost of all, and should be eliminated as provided by House Bill No. 2396.

Jun 19

Governor Abbott Addresses Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber Of Commerce 35th Annual Awards Lunch

Governor Greg Abbott today attended and addressed the Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce 35th Annual Awards Luncheon to discuss with area business leaders the many reasons why Texas remains the leading state for liberty and economic opportunity.

Press Release

Jun 19

Governor Abbott Statement On Texas Supreme Court Decision To Uphold Same-Sex Divorce

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the Texas Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the divorce of a same-sex couple in Austin, TX.

Press Release

Jun 19

First Lady Cecilia Abbott Honors 2015 Governor’s Small Business Awards Winners

First Lady Cecilia Abbott honored the winners of the 2015 Governor’s Small Business Awards this week, emphasizing the important role small businesses play in the success of Texas’ economy. Both events were hosted by the Texas Governor’s Office and the Texas Workforce Commission.

Press Release

Jun 18

Governor Abbott Vetoes House Bill 973 (84R)

Pursuant to Article IV, Section 14, of the Texas Constitution, I, Greg Abbott, Governor of Texas, do hereby disapprove of and veto House Bill No. 973 as passed by the Eighty-Fourth Texas Legislature, Regular Session, because of the following objections: