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Oct 14

Governor Abbott Announces Texas Energy Fund Loan To 460 MW Natural Gas Facility In Freestone County

Governor Greg Abbott today announced the fourth Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) loan agreement for a 460 megawatt (MW) natural gas power plant in Fairfield, Texas.

Oct 13

Governor Abbott Proclaims 2025 Chamber Of Commerce Week In Texas

Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the vital role Texas chambers of commerce play in strengthening local communities to create a bigger, better Texas for all by proclaiming October 13-17, 2025, as Chamber of Commerce Week in Texas.

Oct 13

Governor Abbott Honors Fentanyl Victims At 3rd Annual Fentanyl Awareness Walk In San Antonio

Governor Greg Abbott yesterday honored the hard work of Texas families and community members raising awareness of the nationwide fentanyl crisis at the 3rd Annual "Soles 4 Souls" Fentanyl Awareness Walk.

Oct 10

Governor Abbott Activates Additional State Wildfire Resources, Updates Disaster Declaration Ahead Of Increased Fire Danger

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate additional state emergency response resources in anticipation of a growing wildfire danger across the state and the potential for a flood risk through the weekend.

Oct 8

Governor Abbott Directs TxDOT To Strictly Enforce Roadway Safety Guidelines

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to ensure counties and cities are in compliance with federal and state guidelines regarding roadway safety. 

Oct 8

Governor Abbott Appoints Figueroa To Texas Energy Reliability Council

Governor Greg Abbott appointed Neyma Figueroa to the Texas Energy Reliability Council for a term set to expire at the pleasure of the Governor.

Oct 8

Governor Abbott Announces Leakey Designated Music Friendly Texas Certified Community

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Leakey has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community after completing the multi-step certification process.

Oct 7

Governor Abbott Directs DPS To Increase Hemp Enforcement

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to toughen enforcement action against vape and smoke shops that are not in compliance with state laws and regulations.