News

Mar 27

Governor Abbott Reappoints Meade, Vaughn To Texas Transportation Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Alejandro G. “Alex” Meade, III and Robert C. “Robie” Vaughn to the Texas Transportation Commission for terms set to expire on February 1, 2031.

Appointment

Mar 27

Governor Abbott Appoints Aliseda To OneStar National Service Commission

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Ernest Aliseda to the OneStar National Service Commission for a term set to expire on March 15, 2028.

Appointment

Mar 27

Governor Abbott Announces Texas State Securities Board Investigation Into East Plano Islamic Center

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas State Securities Board launched an investigation into the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) and affiliated entities for potential failures to comply with applicable state and federal securities requirements, including protections against fraud.

Press Release

Mar 26

Governor Abbott Reappoints Scott To Gulf Coast Authority Board Of Directors

Governor Greg Abbott reappointed Kevin Scott to the Gulf Coast Authority Board of Directors for a term set to expire on August 31, 2026.

Appointment

Mar 26

Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Nursing Facility Administrators Advisory Committee

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Kimberly Posey, Ph.D. and Regina Franklin and reappointed Carla Smith to the Nursing Facility Administrators Advisory Committee for terms set to expire on February 1, 2031.

Appointment

Mar 26

Governor Abbott Congratulates Brownwood As Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community

Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the City of Brownwood on being designated as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas in the inaugural year of the program after completing the multi-step certification process.

Press Release

Mar 26

Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Severe Storms, Flash Flood Threat

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of increased threats of severe weather and flash flooding in large areas of the state through the weekend.

Press Release

Mar 26

Governor Abbott Launches NARCAN Locator Map As Part Of “One Pill Kills” Campaign

Governor Greg Abbott announced the launch of an online interactive map by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) that pinpoints where Texans can acquire for free or purchase life-saving Naloxone (NARCAN) as part of the statewide “One Pill Kills” campaign.

Press Release