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Operation Lone Star Gears Up For Potential Ending Of Title 42
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are continuing to work together to secure the border; stop the smuggling of drugs, weapons, and people into Texas; and prevent, detect, and interdict transnational criminal behavior between ports of entry.
Governor Abbott Appoints Kahan To State Commission On Judicial Conduct
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Andrew "Andy" Kahan to the State Commission on Judicial Conduct for a term set to expire on November 19, 2027.
Governor Abbott Appoints Wheless To Texas Juvenile Justice Board, Names Matthew Chair
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Cynthia "Cyndi" Wheless to the Texas Juvenile Justice Board for a term set to expire on February 1, 2027.
Governor Abbott Provides Update On Texas’ Cold Weather Preparedness
Governor Greg Abbott today provided an update on the State of Texas' cold weather response ahead of the polar vortex that is expected to impact Texas beginning tomorrow and lasting through the Christmas holiday weekend.
Sexual Assault Survivors’ Task Force Issues Second Biennial Report To Legislature
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Governor's Sexual Assault Survivors' Task Force (SASTF) issued its second Biennial Report to the Texas Legislature.
Governor Abbott Demands Federal Border Action Ahead Of Polar Vortex
Governor Greg Abbott today demanded President Joe Biden immediately deploy federal assets to address the dire border crisis, particularly in the City of El Paso, as a dangerously cold polar vortex moves into Texas this week.
Governor Abbott Lights Shamash At Menorah Lighting Ceremony In Austin
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Hanukkah with leaders of the Jewish community at the State Capitol Menorah Lighting Ceremony in Austin.
Governor Abbott Directs Investigation Into Murders By Paroled Inmates Wearing Ankle Monitors
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles (BPP) and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) to investigate any lapses in the release and parole supervision of Nestor Hernandez and Zeric Jackson.