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ICYMI: Governor Abbott: Congress And Governors: Just Say No To Obamacare
I am calling on members of Congress and my fellow governors across the country to show some political spine and just say no to Obamacare.
Governor Abbott Signs State Budget Into Law
Governor Greg Abbott today signed HB 1, the General Appropriations Act, into law. Upon signing the 2016-2017 budget, Governor Abbott released the following statement:
Governor Abbott Addresses Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber Of Commerce 35th Annual Awards Lunch
Governor Greg Abbott today attended and addressed the Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce 35th Annual Awards Luncheon to discuss with area business leaders the many reasons why Texas remains the leading state for liberty and economic opportunity.
Governor Abbott Statement On Texas Supreme Court Decision To Uphold Same-Sex Divorce
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the Texas Supreme Court’s decision to uphold the divorce of a same-sex couple in Austin, TX.
First Lady Cecilia Abbott Honors 2015 Governor’s Small Business Awards Winners
First Lady Cecilia Abbott honored the winners of the 2015 Governor’s Small Business Awards this week, emphasizing the important role small businesses play in the success of Texas’ economy. Both events were hosted by the Texas Governor’s Office and the Texas Workforce Commission.
Governor Abbott Receives Briefing On Tropical System
Governor Greg Abbott today visited the Texas State Operations Center (SOC) to receive a briefing on state resources being dispatched to areas impacted by inclement weather.
Governor Abbott Announces GRI Renewable Industries Plant In Amarillo, Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that GRI Renewable Industries, the industrial wind division of Spanish-based Gonvarri Steel Industries, plans to build a new manufacturing plant in Amarillo, Texas.
Governor Abbott Urges Texans To Take Precautions As Tropical Storm Approaches
Governor Greg Abbott appeared this morning on the National Weather Channel to discuss Tropical Storm Bill and to urge Texans in its path to heed the warnings of local officials.