News – Press Release

Aug 26

Governor Abbott Posthumously Awards Texas Legislative Medal Of Honor To Chris Kyle And Ed Dyess

Governor Greg Abbott today posthumously awarded the Texas Legislative Medal of Honor to Chief Petty Officer Chris Kyle and Lieutenant Colonel Ed Dyess.

Aug 25

WEB VIDEO: Governor Abbott Celebrates First Day Of School With Texas Students And Educators

The Office of the Governor today released a web video following Governor Greg Abbott’s visit to Zavala Elementary School in Austin, Texas on Monday.

Aug 24

Governor Abbott Visits Zavala Elementary On First Day Of School

Governor Greg Abbott today visited and met with kindergarten, first grade and second grade students at Zavala Elementary School in Austin, TX.

Aug 17

Governor Abbott Statement On Vandalism Of San Antonio Synagogue

Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the second instance of anti-Semitic and racially-motivated vandalism at a synagogue in San Antonio.

Aug 13

Governor Abbott Statement On Capture Of Suspected Capitol Arsonist

Governor Greg Abbott today released a statement following the capture and arrest of the suspected arsonist who set fire to a vehicle on Capitol grounds late last week.

Aug 12

Governor Abbott Urges Texans To Use Energy Responsibly As Statewide Demand Grows

Governor Greg Abbott today urged all Texans to use energy responsibly during peak hours – between 3:00 PM and 7:00 PM – to combat the growing statewide demand for electricity.

Aug 5

Governor Abbott Statement On Texas Voter ID Law

Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement after the Fifth Circuit Court issued its decision on Texas’ voter ID law:

Aug 4

Governor Abbott Files Amicus Brief In Support Of Houston Businesses Suing Over Increased Regulatory

Governor Greg Abbott today filed an amicus brief in support of Houston businesses suing to stop their city council’s unlawful attempt to impose increased regulatory burdens.