News

Apr 22

Governor Abbott Prepares State Resources As Severe Weather Threatens Parts Of Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has placed numerous resources on standby across the state in anticipation of severe weather expected to impact parts of Central, North, and East Texas on April 22nd.

Apr 21

Governor Abbott Provides Update On Job Openings In Texas, Resources For Texans Seeking Employment

Governor Greg Abbott today provided an update on job openings in the Lone Star State and outlined resources for Texans seeking employment due to the economic effects of COVID-19.

Apr 20

Governor Abbott, Texas National Guard Announce COVID-19 Mobile Testing Sites

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas National Guard will be mobilizing more than 1,200 personnel as part of COVID-19 mobile testing teams (MTT).

Apr 18

Governor Abbott Statement On San Marcos Police Shooting

Governor Greg Abbott issued the following statement after it was reported that multiple San Marcos Police Department officers were shot while serving in the line of duty.

Apr 17

Governor Abbott Issues Executive Order Establishing Strike Force To Open Texas

Directs Select Services To Reopen, Closes Schools For Remainder Of Academic Year

Apr 16

Governor Abbott Launches Small Business Webinar Series

The Webinar Series takes the place of the Governor's Small Business Series events that were postponed due to COVID-19.  

Apr 15

Governor Abbott, Harris County Judge Hidalgo Joint Statement On New Walgreens Testing Sites

These sites are set to come online Friday, April 17th, and will have the capacity to conduct 200 tests per day at each location.

Apr 15

Governor Abbott Announces $38 Million In Federal COVID-19 Emergency Funding For Local Governments

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that his Public Safety Office (PSO) will provide $38 million in federal funds to local units of government in Texas.