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Apr 1

Governor Abbott Statement On Death Of Harris County Deputy Darren Almendarez

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement on the death of Harris County Sherriff's Deputy Darren Almendarez, who was shot while confronting suspected car burglars off-duty last night.

Mar 31

Governor Abbott Delivers Keynote Address At Marine Military Academy Dinner In Harlingen

Governor Greg Abbott last night delivered the keynote address at the General H.M. Smith Dinner at the Marine Military Academy in Harlingen.

Mar 31

Governor Abbott Announces McAllen Designated As Music Friendly Community

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of McAllen, having completed the multi-step certification process, has been designated as a Music Friendly Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO).

Mar 30

Governor Abbott Holds Roundtable On Economy, Supply Chain Issues At Port Of Brownsville

Governor Greg Abbott today met with port sector leaders, staff, and stakeholders at the Port of Brownsville for a roundtable discussion on the Texas economy and supply chain issues, and the port industry.

Mar 29

Governor Abbott Holds Roundtable On Energy Sector, Oil And Gas Jobs In Odessa

Governor Greg Abbott today held a roundtable discussion with oil and gas stakeholders at Champion X in Odessa.

Mar 29

Governor Abbott Urges Texans To Monitor Weather Amid Extreme Fire Danger, Severe Storms In Significant Portions Of State

Governor Greg Abbott today encouraged Texans to remain vigilant and informed on weather conditions as fire danger and severe weather threaten the state.

Mar 29

Governor Abbott Delivers Keynote Address, Champions Texas Energy Industry At TIPRO’s 76th Annual Convention In Austin

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered the keynote address at the Texas Independent Producers and Royalty Owners Association’s (TIPRO) 76th Annual Convention in Austin.

Mar 29

Governor Abbott, TEA Announce Funding Adjustment For Texas Public Schools To Sustain In-Person Instruction

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced today that school districts in Texas may be eligible for an adjustment in operational minutes requirements for certain attendance reporting periods during the 2021-2022 academic school year.