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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.
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.
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
Governor Abbott Urges County Judges Across Texas To Complete Border Budget Forecast Form
Governor Greg Abbott today urged County Judges across Texas to submit their 2-year projected budget for expenses related to the ongoing border crisis.
Governor Abbott Issues Statewide Call For Jailers To Assist Border Sheriffs With Increased Arrests Related To Border Crisis
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statewide call for jailers across the state to assist border sheriffs with operating detention facilities and providing jail beds for those arrested for state charges related to the border crisis.
Governor Abbott Statement on Vice President Harris’ Upcoming Visit to Texas’ Southern Border
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement on Vice President and Border Czar Kamala Harris announcing her first visit to Texas' southern border amid the ongoing border crisis.
Governor Greg Abbott Announces Special Session Date
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that he will convene a special legislative session on July 8, 2021.
Governor Abbott Announces El Paso Designated As Music Friendly Community
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that El Paso, having completed the multi-step certification process, has been designated as a Music Friendly Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO).