News – Press Release

Nov 7

Governor Abbott Announces Film Friendly Texas Designation For Town Of Little Elm

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Town of Little Elm, having completed the multi-step training and certification process, has been designated as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Film Commission.

Nov 6

Governor Abbott Spotlights Growing Support For School Choice In Tyler

Governor Greg Abbott today touted the growing support for school choice across Texas and outlined the next steps to ensure every Texas parent has the freedom to choose the best school for their children during a media availability at Kingdom Life Academy in Tyler.

Nov 6

Sexual Assault Survivors’ Task Force Issues Third Biennial Report To Legislature

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Sexual Assault Survivors’ Task Force (SASTF) issued its third Biennial Report to the Texas Legislature.

Nov 4

Governor Abbott Announces Governor’s Small Business Summit In Wichita Falls

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the next 2024 Governor’s Small Business Summit honoring veteran business owners and entrepreneurs will be held in Wichita Falls on Thursday, November 14.

Nov 4

Governor Abbott Deploys Additional Wildfire Response Resources To Hudson Fire In Bastrop County

Governor Greg Abbott today deployed additional wildfire response resources as part of the state's ongoing wildfire response in Bastrop County to support local firefighting efforts to contain and suppress the Hudson Fire which has burned over 400 acres.

Nov 1

Operation Lone Star Arrests Drug Smugglers, Seizes Millions In Drugs

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.

Nov 1

Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead of Severe Weather

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of severe weather expected to impact the state this weekend.

Nov 1

Texas Named Top Business Climate In America For 2nd Year In A Row

Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas being named the Top Business Climate in the nation for the second year in a row by Site Selection magazine.