News

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

Mar 19

Governor Abbott Announces SBA Assistance For Welder Fire, North Texas Severe Storms

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved his request for a disaster declaration for South Texas communities impacted by the Welder Fire and a disaster declaration for North Texas communities impacted by severe weather earlier this month.

Press Release

Mar 19

Governor’s Commission For Women Accepting 2025 Texas Women’s Hall Of Fame Nominations

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Governor’s Commission for Women is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Texas Women’s Hall Of Fame.

Press Release

Mar 19

Governor Abbott Announces Governor’s Small Business Summit In Uvalde

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the first of the 2025 Governor’s Small Business Summits will be held in Uvalde on March 27.

Press Release

Mar 19

Governor Abbott Announces Federal Assistance For Double S 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 Double S Fire in Hutchinson County.

Press Release