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Jan 14

Governor Abbott Participates In Keynote Discussion At Texas Public Policy Foundation’s Policy Orientation

Governor Greg Abbott today participated in a keynote discussion at the Texas Public Policy Foundation's (TPPF) Policy Orientation in Austin.

Jan 14

Texas First State To Administer 1 Million COVID-19 Vaccines

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) today announced that that State of Texas has administered more than 1 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine—making Texas the national leader in vaccinations.

Jan 13

Governor Abbott Announces Brenham Designated As Music Friendly Community

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Brenham, having completed the multi-step certification process, has been designated as a Music Friendly Community by the Texas Music Office.

Jan 13

Texas Holocaust And Genocide Commission Accepting Applications For Outstanding Texas Educator Award

The Texas Holocaust and Genocide Commission (THGC) is now accepting applications for the 5th Annual Dr. Anna Steinberger Outstanding Texas Educator Award.

Jan 12

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks On Opening Day Of The Texas Legislature

Governor Greg Abbott today visited the Texas House and Senate Chambers to deliver opening day remarks for the start of the 87th Texas Legislature.

Jan 12

State Of Texas Establishes Alternate Care Site In Austin To Expand Hospital Capacity

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), in partnership with Travis County, the City of Austin, and the Capital Area Trauma Regional Advisory Council, has established an Alternate Care Site in Austin to expand hospital capacity in the region.

Jan 12

Governor Abbott Statement On Passing Of Sheldon Adelson

Governor Greg Abbott today issued the following statement on the passing of Sheldon Adelson

Jan 11

Governor Abbott Tours Arlington Mass Vaccination Site, Provides Update On COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts

Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference in Arlington where he provided an update on Texas' COVID-19 vaccine distribution efforts.