News

Feb 25

Presidential Disaster Declaration Granted For Texas Counties

The President today granted Governor Greg Abbott's request for a Presidential Disaster Declaration for 33 Texas counties.

Feb 25

HUD Provides $652 Million To Texas In Hurricane Harvey Recovery Funds

Governor Greg Abbott today held a joint press conference call with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson, in which they announced $652 million in additional funding for Texans impacted by Hurricane Harvey

Feb 23

Governor Greg Abbott Honored As Mr. South Texas 2019

Governor Greg Abbott was today honored as Mr. South Texas 2019 as part of the 122nd Washington's Birthday Celebration in Laredo.

Feb 19

Governor Abbott Delivers State Of The State Remarks At Houston Business Coalition And C Club Luncheon

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered a State of the State address at the Houston Business Coalition and C Club Luncheon in Houston.

Feb 18

Texas To Partner With SANS Institute To Promote Cybersecurity Career Track For High School Girls And All College Students

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Texas will be participating in an innovative cybersecurity training partnership with the SANS Institute for the second year in a row. The Girls Go CyberStart Initiative is designed to encourage young women to become involved in the field of cybersecurity.

Feb 15

Governor Abbott Delivers State Of The State Remarks At North San Antonio Chamber Of Commerce Luncheon

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the North San Antonio Chamber Of Commerce Luncheon in San Antonio as part of his State of the State tour.

Feb 12

Governor Greg Abbott Sets Date For Special Runoff Election In HD 145

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation setting Tuesday, March 5, 2019 as the date for the special runoff election to fill the Texas House District 145.

Feb 12

Governor Abbott Delivers Remarks At National Federation Of Independent Business’ Texas Small Business Day Conference

Governor Greg Abbott today delivered remarks at the National Federation Of Independent Business' (NFIB) Texas Small Business Day Conference in Austin.