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Governor Abbott Announces Buda Designated Music Friendly Texas Certified Community
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Buda has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community after completing the multi-step certification process.
Texas Economy Grows Faster Than Nation In 4th Quarter Of 2024
Governor Greg Abbott today touted the strength of the expanding Texas economy as new data released by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis shows the Texas economy growing at a faster rate than the nation as a whole.
Governor Abbott Directs Texas Rangers To Open Criminal Investigation Into East Plano Islamic Center
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Rangers to open an investigation into the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) and any affiliated entities for potential criminal activities.
Governor Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration For South Texas Flooding
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a disaster declaration for four South Texas counties impacted by rainfall and flooding that continues to affect homes, businesses, and the agricultural industry throughout the region.
Governor Abbott Announces Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund Grant To DSM
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the sixth Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund grant of $7.87 million has been extended to DSM Semichem LLC (DSM) for an expansion of their specialty materials and chemicals facility in Plainview.
Governor Abbott Announces Investigation Into Unlawful Discrimination By East Plano Islamic Center
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Workforce Commission opened an investigation into the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) and any affiliated entities for potential discrimination in violation of the Texas Fair Housing Act.
Operation Lone Star Fights Back Against Mexican Drug Cartels
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard continue to work together with the Trump Administration to secure the border; stop the smuggling of drugs, weapons, and people into Texas; and prevent, detect, and interdict transnational criminal activity between ports of entry.
Texas Breaks Record For Total Jobs, Working Texans, Size Of Labor Force
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas again leading all states for jobs added over the last 12 months based on February 2025 employment data.