News – Appointment

Governor Abbott Names Temporary Executive Director and Appoints Six to Gulf Coast Protection District Board of Directors

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Sally Bakko, Michel Bechel, Roger Guenther, Robert D. "Bob" Mitchell, Lori J. Traweek, and Michael VanDerSnick to the Gulf Coast Protection District Board of Directors.

Governor Abbott Appoints Cobos to Public Utility Commission of Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Lori Cobos to the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) for a term set to expire September 1, 2021.

Governor Abbott Appoints Bufkin To 355th Judicial District Court

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Bryan Bufkin as Judge of the 355th Judicial District Court in Hood County for a term set to expire on December 31, 2022, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.

Governor Abbott Names Pate Chair Of The Texas Racing Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has named Robert C. Pate to serve as the chairman of the Texas Racing Commission. q

Governor Abbott Appoints Jennings As Independent Ombudsman for State Supported Living Centers

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Candace Jennings as the Independent Ombudsman for State Supported Living Centers for a term set to expire February 1, 2023.

Governor Abbott Reappoints Five To Texas Historical Commission

Governor Abbott Reappoints Five To Texas Historical Commission

Governor Abbott Appoints Three To Podiatric Medical Examiners Advisory Board

Governor Abbott has reappointed Leslie Campbell, D.P.M. and Renee Pietzsch, D.P.M. and appointed Amanda Nobles to the Podiatric Medical Examiners Advisory Board for terms set to expire on February 1, 2027.

Governor Abbott Names Farias Chair And Williams Vice Chair Of Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Governor Greg Abbott has named Fred Farias, III, O.D. as chair and Donna N. Williams vice chair of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for terms set to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.