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Texas Leads For Jobs Added Over Last Year, Growing Faster Than U.S.
Governor Greg Abbott today congratulated Texans and Texas employers on helping our state lead the nation in job growth, following the news showing Texas led all states with 654,100 jobs added January 2022 to January 2023. Over those 12 months, Texas grew jobs at 5.0 percent, outpacing the national rate of 3.3 percent.
Operation Lone Star Marks Two Years Of Border Security Efforts
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 behavior between ports of entry.
Texas Breaks All-Time Record For Total Jobs 16 Months In A Row
Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the state’s growing workforce and strong economy following the latest employment release from the Texas Workforce Commission showing Texas again broke the all-time record for total jobs in January for the 16th consecutive month.
Governor Abbott Highlights Rural Support For School Choice In Tyler
Governor Greg Abbott last night highlighted rural support for parental rights and school choice at a Parent Empowerment Night at Grace Community School in Tyler.
Governor Abbott Statement On Federal Judge Overturning Biden Administration Catch And Release Policies
Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following a U.S. federal judge's ruling that the Biden Administration has violated federal law by releasing illegal immigrants en masse at our southern border.
Governor Abbott Touts Texas’ Economic Success At TxEDC Fireside Chat
Governor Greg Abbott today touted Texas’ economic development success and highlighted important industries making our state the ninth-largest economy in the world during a fireside chat at the Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) Spring Investor Summit in Austin.
Governor Abbott Champions Economic Growth Priorities In Dallas
Governor Greg Abbott today championed Texas’ booming economy and outlined his legislative priorities at a Dallas Regional Chamber (DRC) luncheon.
Governor Abbott Advocates For Protecting Parental Rights In Bryan
Governor Greg Abbott last night advocated for protecting parents' rights to choose the best education opportunity for their child at a Parent Empowerment Night at Brazos Christian School in Bryan.