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Nov 27

Governor Abbott Releases Tax Returns For 2017 And 2018

In keeping with his pledge to release tax returns each year he serves as Governor, Greg Abbott today released his tax returns for 2017 and 2018.

Nov 22

Governor Abbott Meets With DHS Acting Secretary Chad Wolf In Austin

The Governor thanked the Acting Secretary for the administration's efforts to continue to secure our southern border, and they discussed strategies to improve upon the progress already being made.

Nov 16

Governor Abbott Sets Date For Special Runoff Elections In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today issued proclamations setting Tuesday, January 28, 2020 as the date for special runoff elections to fill three vacant Texas House District seats.

Nov 12

Governor Abbott Announces Workforce Development Grant In Dallas

Walmart presented a $5.4 million grant for workforce programs aimed at upskilling incumbent frontline retail and other customer-facing workers in Texas.

Nov 11

Governor Abbott Honors Veterans At National Museum Of The Pacific War

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the National Museum of the Pacific War (NMPW) Veterans Day Ceremony in Fredericksburg.

Nov 8

Governor Abbott Announces Senior Staff Retirement

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the retirement of his Senior Advisor, Tommy Williams, from the Office of the Governor.

Nov 8

Texas Partners With SANS Institute To Promote Cybersecurity Careers For Young Women

The partnership focuses on recruiting female high school students in Texas to compete in the Girls Go CyberStart challenge for scholarships.

Nov 7

Governor Abbott Names Hicks Policy and Budget Director

Governor Abbott today announced changes to his senior staff, naming Sarah Hicks as Director of Policy and Budget for the Office of the Governor.