News – Press Release
Governor Abbott Meets With Israeli Ambassador Ron Dermer, Sends Letter To Fellow Governors Urging St
Governor Greg Abbott today met with Israeli Ambassador Ron Dermer in Dallas, where he thanked the Ambassador for Israel’s continued partnership with the State of Texas and assured him that the Lone Star State has and will continue to stand with the State of Israel against the global scourge of terrorism.
Governor Abbott Addresses 2016 Sun City Memorial Day Celebration; Announces Never Forgotten Initiati
Governor Greg Abbott today addressed the 2016 Sun City Memorial Day celebration in Georgetown, Texas to honor armed service members who gave their lives in defense of the United States of America.
Office Of The Governor And Capital Area Crime Stoppers Offer Reward In I-35 Rock Throwing Case
The Office of the Governor’s Criminal Justice Division, joined by the Capital Area Crime Stoppers, has announced a cash reward of up to $6,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of the person or persons responsible for the I-35 rock throwing attacks.
Governor Abbott Announces Increased Readiness Of State Operations Center As Severe Weather Impacts T
Governor Greg Abbott this morning directed the Texas State Operations Center (SOC) to elevate its emergency response status to Level III as severe storms and potential flooding is forecasted to impact parts of Texas through Memorial Day weekend.
Governor Abbott Issues Statement On Texas’ Lawsuit Against The Obama Administration
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the announcement that the State of Texas will file a lawsuit against the Obama administration.
Governor Abbott Sets Date For Special Runoff Election In HD 120
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation setting August 2, 2016 as the date for the special runoff election to fill the Texas House District 120.
Governor Abbott Congratulates Officer Gregory Stevens On Receiving Presidential Medal Of Valor
Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated Officer Gregory Stevens of the Garland Police Department, on receiving the Presidential Medal of Valor for successfully thwarting the attempted terrorist attack on the Curtis Culwell Center on May 3rd, 2015.
Governor Abbott Rejects Obama Administration’s Request To Lift Iran Sanctions
Governor Greg Abbott today informed the Obama administration that Texas will maintain and strengthen its sanctions against Iran.