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Oct 21

Governor Abbott Announces Senior Staff Departure

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the departure of his Special Advisor, David Whitley, from the Office of the Governor after nearly 15 years of state service

Oct 21

Governor Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration Following Severe Weather Across Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a disaster declaration for 16 Texas counties as a result of severe weather sustained across Texas last night.

Oct 18

First Lady Cecilia Abbott Honored With Les Femme Du Monde Woman Of The Year Award

Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott was honored yesterday evening in Dallas at the Les Femme du Monde (LFDM) Woman of the Year Award Dinner, where the organization celebrated the First Lady's charitable works and service to the state of Texas.

Oct 15

Governor Abbott Announces Funding To Counter Terrorism Statewide

Governor Greg Abbott today announced $61.2 million in Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) funding to support state and local efforts to prevent terrorism and prepare for the threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk to the security of Texas and its citizens.

Oct 15

First Lady Cecilia Abbott Honors Winners Of 2019 Governor’s Volunteer Awards

First Lady Cecilia Abbott, honorary chair of the 2019 Governor’s Volunteer Awards, hosted a reception at the Governor’s Mansion last night honoring the 10 winners of the 2019 Governor’s Volunteer Awards.

Oct 14

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At Microsoft TechSpark Event In El Paso

Governor Abbott spoke on the future of Texas' economy and the importance of preparing the workforce for advancements in technology and thanked Microsoft for investing in the El Paso region through the TechSpark program.

Oct 8

Governor Abbott Announces SmileDirectClub’s Access Dental Lab Manufacturing Facility in Kyle

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that SmileDirectClub’s Access Dental Lab TX, LLC will establish a new high-tech dental manufacturing lab in Kyle, Texas.

Oct 6

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At Mahatma Gandhi 150th Birth Anniversary Celebration In Irving

The Governor discussed the enduring bond between India, Texas, and the Indian-American community, and highlighted the importance of Mahatma Gandhi's teachings of peace in the modern world.