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Jul 25

Governor Abbott Reappoints Conley To Jobs And Education For Texans Grant Program Advisory Board

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Will Conley to the Jobs and Education for Texans Grant Program Advisory Board for a term set to expire on June 19, 2021.

Jul 24

Governor Abbott Appoints Hill To Texas County And District Retirement System Board Of Trustees

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Christopher T. “Chris” Hill to the Texas County and District Retirement System Board of Trustees for a term that will expire on December 31, 2021.

Jul 24

Governor Abbott Appoints Tijerina To Thirteenth Court Of Appeals

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Jaime Tijerina to the Thirteenth Court of Appeals for a term set to expire on December 31, 2020, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.

Jul 23

Governor Abbott Announces $5.2 Million In Texas Talent Connection Grants For Innovative Workforce Skills Training Programs

Governor Greg Abbott today announced more than $5.2 million in Texas Talent Connection grants to 15 innovative workforce skills training and job placement programs across the state.

Jul 23

Governor Abbott Announces Buffalo, LLC Facility in Sinton

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Buffalo, LLC will open a new flat roll steel mill manufacturing facility in Sinton, Texas.

Jul 22

Governor Abbott Appoints Bulanek To 461st Judicial District Court

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Patrick Bulanek Judge of the 461st Judicial District Court in Brazoria County, effective September 1, 2019, for a term set to expire on December 31, 2020, or until his successor shall be duly elected and qualified.

Jul 19

Governor Abbott Appoints McCoy To Texas Juvenile Justice Advisory Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Tim McCoy to the Texas Juvenile Justice Advisory Board for a term at the pleasure of the Governor.

Jul 18

State Leaders Send Letter To District And County Attorneys Regarding Hemp And Marijuana Possession Cases

Governor Greg Abbott, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dennis Bonnen, and Attorney General Ken Paxton today sent a letter to all Texas District and County Attorneys (DAs) regarding recently dismissed marijuana possession cases and reports that some DAs will no longer prosecute misdemeanor marijuana cases.