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Feb 25

Governor Abbott Sets Special Election For Texas House District 147

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation announcing Saturday, May 7, 2022 as the special election date for the Texas State House of Representatives District 147 seat recently vacated by Representative Garnet F. Coleman.

Feb 25

Governor Abbott Directs DIR, DPS To Enhance Critical Infrastructure Protection From Cyberattacks

In light of enhanced potential for Russian cyberattacks targeting critical infrastructure and private businesses in the United States, Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter

Feb 25

Governor Abbott Announces Music Friendly Community Workshop In Salado

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the Village of Salado will cohost a Music Friendly Community workshop on Monday, February 28, at 6 pm.

Feb 24

Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott Delivers Remarks At Children’s Advocacy Center of Greater West Texas Grand Opening In San Angelo

Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott today delivered remarks at the grand opening of the Children's Advocacy Center (CAC) of Greater West Texas' new Stephens Campus for Children and Families in San Angelo.

Feb 24

Governor Abbott Statement On The Shooting Of San Jacinto County Deputy Constable In Houston

Governor Abbott today issued a statement after San Jacinto County Precinct 1 Deputy Constable Neil Adams was shot and killed yesterday afternoon while working outside employment in Houston.

Feb 24

Governor Abbott Announces Film Friendly Texas Designation For The City Of Miles

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Miles, having completed the multi-step training and certification process, has been designated as a Film Friendly Texas community by the Texas Film Commission.

Feb 23

Governor Abbott Issues Statement In Support Of Austin Police Department Officers

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement of support for the officers of the Austin Police Department.

Feb 22

Governor Abbott, TDEM Increase Readiness of State Operations Center, Prepare Resources Ahead of Winter Weather in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today ordered the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to increase the readiness of the State Emergency Operations Center (SOC) to Level II: Escalated Response for Winter Weather ahead of wintry conditions expected to impact portions of Texas, with the greatest impacts Wednesday through the weekend.