News – Press Release
Governor Abbott Announces Police Protection Act
Governor Greg Abbott today announced an effort to strengthen penalties for crimes committed against law enforcement officers – the Police Protection Act.
Governor Abbott Speaks With Louisiana Governor Following Tragic Police Shooting
Governor Greg Abbott today spoke with Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards following the heinous killing and wounding of Louisiana peace officers.
Governor Abbott Statement On The Death Of Correctional Officer Johnson
Governor Greg Abbott today released a statement on the death of Texas Department of Criminal Justice Officer Mari Johnson.
Governor Abbott Discharged From Brooke Army Medical Center
Governor Greg Abbott was discharged this afternoon from Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio following treatment for 2nd and 3rd degree burns suffered last week.
Governor Abbott Issues Statement On Texas Victims Of Nice Attack
Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement upon receiving confirmation that Texas residents Sean Copeland and his son Brodie were among the victims in the Nice terrorist attack.
Governor Abbott Announces Ten Governor’s University Research Initiative Grant Awards
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Texas has recruited ten distinguished researchers to Texas A&M University, the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Houston as part of the Governor’s University Research Initiative.
Update On Governor Abbott’s Medical Procedure At Brooke Army Medical Center
Governor Greg Abbott today underwent a successful skin graft procedure at Brooke Army Medical Center to repair damage from significant burns on both feet.
Commissioner Whitman Submits Letter Outlining Proposals For CPS Overhaul To Governor Abbott
At the request of Governor Greg Abbott, Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) Commissioner Hank Whitman today submitted a letter that includes 10 proposals to improve the Texas child welfare system and Child Protective Services (CPS).