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Governor Abbott Names Chair, Appoints Two To Texas Military Preparedness Commission
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed John “Mark” McLean and Paul Norwood to the Texas Military Preparedness Commission for terms set to expire on February 1, 2027.
Governor Abbott Announces Seven Counties Added To Federal Disaster Declaration For Severe Weather
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved seven additional Texas counties for the Federal Disaster Declaration for severe weather and flooding that began on April 26.
Texas Is America’s Undisputed Jobs Leader With Most Jobs Added
Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated Texans and Texas employers on adding the most jobs in the nation over the last 12 months following the release of employment data by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Governor Abbott Announces Over $6.3 Million In Workforce Grants
Governor Greg Abbott today announced over $6.3 million in Texas Talent Connection grants were awarded to 20 innovative workforce skills training and job placement programs in communities across the state.
Governor Abbott Appoints Hjaltman To Public Utility Commission Of Texas
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Courtney Hjaltman to the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) for a term set to expire on September 1, 2025.
Texas Again Named Best Business Climate In The Nation
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas being recognized the Best Business Climate in the nation for the second year in a row by Business Facilities magazine in their 20th Annual Rankings Report.
Governor Abbott Appoints Foster To ERCOT Board Selection Committee
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Paul Foster to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) Board Selection Committee for a term to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.
Governor Abbott Appoints McCracken To Texas Violent Gang Task Force
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed David McCracken to the Texas Violent Gang Task Force for a term set to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.