News

Mar 23

Governor Abbott Renews Border Security Disaster Proclamation In March 2025

Governor Abbott Renews Border Security Disaster Proclamation In March 2025

Proclamation

Mar 23

Governor Abbott Amends, Renews Drought Disaster Proclamation In March 2025

Governor Abbott Amends, Renews Drought Disaster Proclamation In March 2025

Proclamation

Mar 21

Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Texas Tech University System Board Of Regents

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Doug McReaken and Donald R. Sinclair and reappointed Dustin R. Womble to the Texas Tech University (TTU) System Board of Regents for terms set to expire on January 31, 2031.

Appointment

Mar 20

Governor Abbott Announces Federal Assistance For Pauline Road Fire

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved the state’s request for a Fire Management Assistance Grant for the Pauline Road Fire in San Jacinto and Montgomery counties.

Press Release

Mar 20

Governor Abbott Announces Film Friendly Texas Designation For Sweetwater

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

Press Release

Mar 20

First Lady Abbott, OneStar Foundation Announce 41st Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards Recipients

First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the Governor's Volunteer Awards, today announced the recipients of the 41st Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards.

Press Release

Mar 20

Governor Abbott Appoints Robinson As Austin County Criminal District Attorney

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Brandy Robinson as the Austin County Criminal District Attorney for a term set to expire on December 31, 2026, or until her successor shall be duly elected and qualified.

Appointment

Mar 20

Governor Abbott Announces $239 Million In Construction Grants For Mental Health Care In Rural Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is awarding $239 million in construction grants to expand and improve access to inpatient mental health care in rural Texas.

Press Release