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Jan 17

Governor Abbott Lays Wreath At Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem, Tours City of David Pilgrimage Road

Governor Greg Abbott began his second day in Israel by visiting the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum in Jerusalem, and touring the excavation site of the City of David Pilgrimage Road.

Jan 17

Governor Abbott Visits Friends of Zion Museum In Jerusalem

During his visit, the Governor was presented with the Friends of Zion Award, which recognizes global leaders who have courageously supported the nation of Israel and Jewish people.

Jan 16

Governor Abbott Meets With Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu In Jerusalem

Governor Greg Abbott concluded his first day in Israel by meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem.

Jan 16

Governor Abbott Visits U.S. Embassy, Western Wall In Jerusalem

Governor Greg Abbott continued his first day in Israel by visiting the United States Embassy in Jerusalem, where he met with Ambassador David Friedman.

Jan 16

Governor Abbott Attends Roundtable At Start-Up Nation Central Headquarters In Tel Aviv

The Governor met with leaders of SNC to discuss opportunities for Israel and Texas to collaborate on the advancement of the cyber security, energy, and robotics sectors, and discussed the growing technology sector in Texas.

Jan 13

Governor Abbott Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration Following Severe Weather In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration for three Texas counties that sustained widespread damage due to severe thunderstorms, straight line winds, hail, and tornadoes from October 20th through October 21st, 2019.

Jan 13

Governor Abbott Presents Governor’s Medal Of Courage To West Freeway Church Of Christ Hero Jack Wilson

Governor Greg Abbott today presented the Governor's Medal of Courage to West Freeway Church of Christ hero Jack Wilson at the Governor's Mansion.

Jan 11

Governor Abbott Pardons Human Trafficking Survivor Robbie Ann Hamilton

The announcement comes on Human Trafficking Awareness Day