News

Nov 6

Governor Abbott Announces New Formosa Plastics Facility In Jackson County

Governor Greg Abbott today announced Formosa Plastics Corporation, Texas (Formosa Plastics) in Jackson County as a qualified project under the Texas Jobs, Energy, Technology, and Innovation (JETI) program.

Nov 6

Governor Abbott Announces Inaugural Gubernatorial Historic Promotion And Patriotism Awards

Governor Greg Abbott and the 1836 Project Advisory Committee today announced the launch of the Gubernatorial Historic Promotion and Patriotism Awards, an annual recognition program honoring Texas educators and advocates whose work demonstrates significant achievements to promote the history and patriotism of Texas.

Nov 5

Governor Abbott Celebrates Over 3 Million Active Texas Business Entities

Governor Greg Abbott and Secretary of State Jane Nelson today announced that Texas has exceeded 3 million registered businesses — a record high that marks a significant milestone in the state’s ongoing economic growth.  

Nov 4

Texas Named Top Business Climate In America For 3rd Year In A Row

Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Texas being named America’s Top Business Climate for the third year in a row by Site Selection magazine.  

Nov 4

Governor Abbott Announces Governor’s Small Business Summit In Belton

Honoring Veteran-Owned Businesses And Entrepreneurs

Nov 3

Governor Abbott Announces $10,000 Reward In Shooting Of Jacksonville Police Officer

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Office of the Governor’s Public Safety Office is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest of Bobby Michael Dennis, who is wanted for his involvement in the shooting of a Jacksonville police officer and K-9 who were wounded.

Oct 30

Governor Abbott Directs Texas Rangers To Open Investigation On The City Of Elgin Funding Allegations

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Rangers to open an investigation into the City of Elgin for potential violations of state law. 

Oct 30

Governor Abbott Announces Texas Energy Fund Loan To 1,350 MW West Texas Natural Gas Power Plant

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the fifth Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) loan agreement for a 1,350 megawatt (MW) natural gas power plant in Ward County.