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Governor Greg Abbott Announces Texas Public Elementary School Reading Initiative
Governor Greg Abbott and Texas Education Commissioner Mike Morath today announced a comprehensive reading initiative – Texas Readers – to strengthen the reading skills of students across the state.
Federal Government To Fund Texas Border Security Operation
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Texas will receive funding from the federal government in support of Operation Secure Texas.
Governor Abbott Announces Merck IT Hub In Austin
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Merck is locating its newest IT Hub in Austin, Texas. Merck, known as MSD outside of the United States and Canada, is a leading global biopharmaceutical company that brings forward medicines and vaccines for many of the world’s most challenging diseases.
Governor Abbott Tours The Boeing Company’s Global Services Site In San Antonio
Governor Greg Abbott today toured The Boeing Company’s Global Services site in San Antonio, Texas.
Governor Abbott Statement On Lt. Governor Dan Patrick’s Press Conference
Governor Greg Abbott today released a statement following Lt. Governor Patrick’s press conference, where he laid out his support for the Governor’s special session agenda.
Governor Abbott Issues Special Session Proclamation For Sunset Legislation
Governor Greg Abbott today issued the first proclamation for the upcoming special session to extend the expiration dates for the Texas Medical Board, the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, the Texas State Board of Examiners of Marriage and Family Therapists, the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors, and the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners.
Texas Governor’s Mansion To Be Lit Blue In Recognition Of Fallen Law Enforcement Officer Day
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Governor’s Mansion will be lit blue this evening in recognition of Fallen Law Enforcement Officer Day in Texas.
Protecting Those Who Serve And Protect
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Office of the Governor’s Criminal Justice Division (CJD) is now accepting grant applications from law enforcement agencies seeking assistance for the purchase of rifle-resistant body armor.