News

May 16

Governor Abbott Honors Fallen Peace Officers At DPS Memorial Service

Governor Greg Abbott today attended the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) memorial service honoring fallen peace officers.

Press Release

May 12

Governor Abbott Speaks With Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly

Governor Greg Abbott today held a call with United States Secretary of Homeland Security John Kelly.

Press Release

May 11

Small Business Administration Grants Governor Abbott’s Request For Disaster Assistance

Governor Greg Abbott's request for low interest federal disaster loans for those affected by the devastating tornadoes that swept through Texas on the weekend of April 28th has been granted by the Small Business Administration (SBA) for seven Texas counties.

May 11

Governor Abbott Proclaims May 8-12, 2017 to be Teacher Appreciation Week

Saluting and showing appreciation to teachers, who play such an active role in shaping the Texas of tomorrow.

Proclamation

May 11

Governor Abbott Requests Disaster Assistance For Van Zandt County From The Small Business Administration

Governor Greg Abbott has asked the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) to declare Van Zandt County a disaster area following the deadly storms that swept through North Texas on the weekend of April 28th and devastated the area. 

Press Release

May 10

Governor Abbott Names Chair Of Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has named Kevin Lilly presiding officer of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission.

Appointment

May 9

Chief Executive Magazine Names Texas Best State For Business For 13th Straight Year

In an annual survey of hundreds of CEOs from across the United States conducted by Chief Executive, Texas has again been named the “Best State For Business” for 2017.

Press Release

May 7

Texas Bans Sanctuary Cities

Governor Greg Abbott today signed legislation banning sanctuary cities in the state of Texas.

Press Release