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Governor Abbott Signs Record Public Education Funding, Teacher Pay Raise Into Law
Governor Greg Abbott today signed House Bill 2 into law to provide a record $8.5 billion in new funding for public education and a historic $4 billion for teacher and staff pay raises during a bill signing ceremony with over 175 educators, students, and parents at Salado Middle School.
Governor Abbott Signs Strongest Bail Reform Package In Texas History
Governor Greg Abbott today signed into law the strongest bail reform package in Texas history at Crime Stoppers of Houston.
Governor Abbott Announces Over $481 Million Awarded To Texas Teachers
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that more than $481 million in Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) funds were awarded for over 42,000 designated Texas teachers during the 2024-25 school year.
Governor Abbott Announces Governor’s Small Business Summit For Hays County
Governor Greg Abbott today announced a Governor’s Small Business Summit for Hays County will be held in Kyle on June 12.
Governor Abbott Celebrates Promises Kept During 89th Legislative Session
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the successful slate of conservative, pro-growth legislation passed in the 89th Legislative Session, keeping the promises made to Texans during his 2025 State of the State Address.
Governor Abbott Announces SBA Assistance For South Texas Severe Weather
Governor Greg Abbott announced today that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved his request for a disaster declaration for South Texas communities impacted by severe storms that took place last month.
Governor Abbott Signs Texas Cyber Command Into Law In San Antonio
Governor Greg Abbott today signed House Bill 150 into law to create the Texas Cyber Command, the largest state-based cybersecurity department in America, during a bill signing ceremony at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA).
Governor Abbott Congratulates Texas Legislature For Passing Nuclear Power Legislation
Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated the Texas Legislature for passing House Bill 14, which will revolutionize Texas’ growing nuclear industry and will lead a nuclear power renaissance in the United States.