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Texas Economy Expands Faster Than U.S. 4 Quarters In A Row
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas’ continuing economic momentum as new data released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis shows the Texas economy expanded faster than the nation as a whole for the fourth quarter in a row.
Governor Abbott Statement On Shootings In Austin, Bexar County
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following additional shootings in Austin and Bexar County yesterday that killed six Texans and injured three, including an Austin Police Department Officer.
Governor Abbott Statement On Shooting Of Austin ISD Officer
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement after an Austin Independent School District (ISD) police officer was shot in the line of duty this morning.
Operation Lone Star Stops Drug Smuggling Across Biden’s Open Border
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), and the Texas National Guard are continuing to work together 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.
Governor Abbott Announces Governor’s Small Business Summit In Houston
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the next 2023 Governor’s Small Business Summit, honoring women small business owners, will be held in Houston on Thursday, December 7.
Governor Abbott Statement On The Passing Of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor
Governor Greg Abbott today released a statement on the passing of former U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.
Governor Abbott Celebrates Charter Communications’ $1.3 Billion Broadband Expansion In Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Charter Communications announcing plans to invest $1.3 billion to upgrade and expand broadband infrastructure and technology across Texas in Harlingen.
Governor Abbott Directs State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Severe Weather
Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to ready state emergency response resources ahead of severe thunderstorms expected to impact the eastern half of Texas tomorrow.