News – Press Release

Feb 16

Operation Lone Star Boosts Support For Deployed Texas National Guard Soldiers

Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard continue to work together to secure the border; stop the smuggling of drugs, weapons, and people into Texas; and prevent, detect, and interdict transnational criminal activity between ports of entry.

Feb 16

Governor Abbott Expands Border Security Operations In Eagle Pass

Governor Greg Abbott today announced during a press conference in Eagle Pass that Texas is building a Forward Operating Base in the Del Rio sector to house Texas National Guard soldiers who are responding to President Joe Biden’s border crisis.

Feb 16

Governor Abbotts Appoints Four To Texas Food System Security And Resiliency Planning Council

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Kevin Koch, David Volleman, John Votava, and Coleman Locke to the Texas Food System Security and Resiliency Planning Council for terms set to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.

Feb 16

Governor Abbott Appoints Barnard To 73rd District Court

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Marialyn Barnard to the 73rd Judicial District Court in Bexar County for a term set to expire on December 31, 2024, or until her successor shall be duly elected and qualified.

Feb 14

First Lady Abbott, OneStar Foundation Announce 40th Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards Recipients

First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the Governor's Volunteer Awards, today announced the recipients of the 40th Annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards. 

Feb 12

Governor Abbott Statement On Shooting In Angleton

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following a shooting at an industrial facility in Angleton.

Feb 11

Governor Abbott Issues Statement On Lakewood Church Shooting

Governor Abbott Issues Statement On Lakewood Church Shooting

Feb 9

Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Severe Weather Threats

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of anticipated weather threats across Texas throughout the weekend.