News – Press Release

Mar 20

Governor Abbott, Matthew McConaughey, Roy Spence Release PSA On Importance Of Social Distancing

The PSA was produced by Roy Spence, Chairman of Austin-based advertising company GSD&M, with Matthew McConaughey providing the voice-over.

Mar 19

Governor Abbott Issues Executive Orders In Accordance With Federal Guidelines To Mitigate Spread Of COVID-19 In Texas

The four orders serve to limit public gatherings and help reduce exposure for people across the state.

Mar 18

Governor Abbott Announces Temporary Closure Of Driver License Offices

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Driver License Offices across the state are closing immediately.

Mar 18

Governor Abbott Waives Certain Regulations To Allow Delivery Of Alcohol From Restaurants And To Support Hospitality Industry

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a waiver that will allow restaurants to deliver alcoholic beverages with food purchases to patrons, including beer, wine, and mixed drinks

Mar 18

Governor Abbott Holds Call With Mayors, County Judges To Discuss Local Response Strategies To COVID-19

Governor Greg Abbott today led a call with Texas mayors and county judges to discuss the strategies local entities are taking to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 in their communities.

Mar 18

Governor Abbott, TEA Announce Texas Students MealFinder Map

This searchable online map will officially launch on Friday, March 20, and will include the address of each facility, as well as days and times meals will be served.

Mar 18

Governor Abbott Issues Proclamation Allowing For Postponement Of Local Elections Set For May 2nd

This means local governments now have the ability to postpone their May 2, 2020 elections until November 3, 2020.

Mar 18

Governor Abbott, DPS Waive Expiration Dates for Driver Licenses

This action falls within the Governor’s State of Disaster Declaration and is part of the ongoing effort to reduce to spread of COVID-19.