News – Press Release

Jan 9

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.

Jan 9

Governor Abbott Statement On Biennial Revenue Estimate

Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement on Comptroller Glenn Hegar’s Biennial Revenue Estimate.

Jan 8

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.

Dec 22

Governor Abbott Pardons Five Texans

Governor Greg Abbott today pardoned the following five Texans recommended by the Board of Pardons and Paroles.

Dec 21

Office Of The Governor Announces Innovative Academies Grant Awardees

The Office of the Governor today announced the grant awardees for the Texas Industry Cluster Innovative Academies initiative launched in September 2016.

Dec 20

Governor Abbott Visits Personnel And Families Of Operation Secure Texas In Weslaco

Governor Greg Abbott today visited Operation Secure Texas personnel and their families for a Christmas luncheon at the Texas National Guard Armory in Weslaco.

Dec 17

Governor Abbott Lays Wreaths At Texas State Cemetery On Wreaths Across America Day

Governor Greg Abbott today attended and delivered remarks at the inaugural wreath-laying ceremony for Wreaths Across America Day at the Texas State Cemetery in Austin.

Dec 15

Office Of The Governor Releases Statement On Corpus Christi Water Supply

The Office of The Governor today released the following statement on the City of Corpus Christi's water supply.