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Governor Abbott Demands Action On Mexico’s Water Treaty Violation
Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) demand Mexico immediately address their failure to meet the minimum delivery obligations to the United States under the 1944 Water Treaty.
Governor Abbott Appoints Steen To Texas Historical Commission
Governor Greg Abbott appointed James H.C. “Jamey” Steen to the Texas Historical Commission for a term set to expire on February 1, 2027. The Commission provides leadership and coordinates services to support projects commissioned by county historical commissions, historical societies, agencies, and institutions interested in the preservation of archeological and historical heritage.
Governor Abbott Announces Texas Energy Fund Loan To 455 MW Natural Gas Power Plant In Houston
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the sixth Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) loan agreement for a 455 megawatt (MW) natural gas power plant in the Houston area.
Governor Abbott Announces Film Friendly Texas Designation For Big Spring
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Big Spring, having completed the multi-step training and certification process, has been designated as a Film Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Film Commission.
Governor Abbott Names President, Appoints Three To Sabine River Authority Board Of Directors
Governor Greg Abbott named Cliff Todd as president of the Sabine River Authority Board of Directors and reappointed Richard “Blair” Abney, Joshua A. “Josh” McAdams, and Kevin M. Williams for terms to be determined as set forth by law.
Governor Abbott Announces Cancoil Manufacturing Facility In Jacksonville
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Cancoil USA is building their new U.S. manufacturing operations center in Jacksonville, Texas.
Governor Abbott Directs DPS To Launch Criminal Investigations Into Muslim Brotherhood, CAIR
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to launch criminal investigations into the Muslim Brotherhood and the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR).
Governor Abbott Increases Readiness Level Of State Operations Center Ahead Of Severe Storm, Flooding Threat
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to increase the readiness level of the Texas State Emergency Operations Center (SOC) to Level III (Increased Readiness) in preparation for severe storms threatening the state this week.