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Governor Abbott Champions School Choice At Annual Education Rally
Governor Greg Abbott today attended and delivered remarks at the Texas School Choice Week Rally where he promoted school choice as “not just a Republican issue or a Democrat issue – it is a civil rights issue.”
Governor Abbott To Travis County Sheriff: Reverse Sanctuary Policy Or Lose Funding
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to Travis County Sheriff Sally Hernandez strongly urging her to reverse her policy directive forbidding Travis County Sheriff’s Office employees from cooperating with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainer requests.
Study Shows Texas Continues To Make Major Progress In Bringing High-Speed Internet To More Schools A
Since launching the Texas Classroom Connectivity Initiative, Texas has made significant progress in its ongoing effort to expand access to high-speed Internet in public schools statewide, according to EducationSuperHighway’s annual “State of the States” on K-12 broadband connectivity.
First Lady And DFPS Commissioner Announce Network Of Nurture Initiative
Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott and Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Commissioner Hank Whitman today sent a letter to faith partners across Texas asking them to join with DFPS in the new year to help provide support to youth and families in the child welfare system.
Governor Greg Abbott Recognizes Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
Governor Greg Abbott today expressed his gratitude to those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe and asked that all Texans join him in showing their appreciation for our peace officers.
Governor Abbott Statement On Biennial Revenue Estimate
Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement on Comptroller Glenn Hegar’s Biennial Revenue Estimate.
Governor Abbott Meets Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen In Houston
Governor Greg Abbott today met with Her Excellency, Tsai Ing-wen, President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) in Houston to discuss energy, trade relations and commercial ties between Taiwan and the State of Texas.
Governor Abbott Pardons Five Texans
Governor Greg Abbott today pardoned the following five Texans recommended by the Board of Pardons and Paroles.