News

Jul 2

Governor Abbott Announces Expansion of Optimus Steel, LLC Facility in Orange County

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Optimus Steel, LLC (“Optimus Steel”) will establish a new rebar line and coil handling facility in Orange County, Texas.

Jul 1

Governor Abbott Urges Land Owners Affected By Border Crisis To Submit Self Reporting Damage Survey

Governor Greg Abbott is urging Texas land owners in border communities who have been affected by the influx of unlawful immigration to complete the state's Self Reporting Damage Survey to help identify damages suffered by land owners along the border and inform the state's ongoing efforts to secure the border.

Jun 30

Governor Abbott Hosts 45th President Donald J. Trump For Border Security Briefing, Border Wall Tour In Rio Grande Valley

Governor Greg Abbott today hosted 45th President Donald J. Trump for a border security briefing with state officials and law enforcement in Weslaco.

Jun 29

First Lady Cecilia Abbott Delivers Address At Austin Diocesan Council of Catholic Women 71st Annual Convention

First Lady Cecilia Abbott today delivered a keynote address at the Austin Diocesan Council of Catholic Women 71st Annual Convention celebrating the members’ contributions to their communities.

Jun 28

Governor Abbott Amends Border Crisis Disaster Declaration To Include Partnering Counties

Governor Greg Abbott has issued a revised disaster declaration in response to the border crisis, which provides more resources and strategies to combat the ongoing influx of unlawful immigrants.

Jun 28

Governor Abbott Announces Virtual Music Friendly Community Workshop In McAllen

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Music Office (TMO) and Visit McAllen will co-host a virtual Music Friendly Community workshop on Tuesday, June 29.

Jun 28

Governor Abbott Allocates Additional $94.6M Emergency Education Relief Funding for Texas Higher Education

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the State of Texas will invest an additional $94.6 million in federal funds to support higher education.

Jun 25

Office Of The Governor Issues Statement On Democrats’ Lawsuit To Overturn Article X Veto

Office of the Governor Press Secretary Renae Eze today issued a statement regarding a lawsuit filed by Texas Democrat state representatives and others to halt the execution of the Governor's veto of Article X