News – Proclamation

Governor Abbott Sets February 17 Special Runoff Election for House District 17

Governor Abbott has set Tuesday, February 17, 2015, as the special runoff election date to fill a vacancy in Texas House District 17.

Governor Renews Proclamation Extending Drought Emergency

Governor has again renewed a proclamation extending drought emergency for specified counties due to the ongoing exceptional drought conditions across the state. The proclamation directs necessary resources be made available to aid response efforts and notes the ongoing strain on water resources.