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Governor Greg Abbott

Named “Best Governor in the Nation” in 2020, Governor Greg Abbott continues to build on his record as a strong conservative leader who fights to preserve Texas values.


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Mar 27

Governor Abbott Directs DPS To Assist Austin Police Department

Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to provide assistance to the City of Austin Police Department (APD) to help reduce crime and improve safety in the state's capital. 

Mar 27

Governor Greg Abbott today announced a Film Friendly Texas Workshop

Governor Greg Abbott today announced a Film Friendly Texas Workshop on Tuesday, April 4 in Lubbock. The workshop hosted by the Texas Film Commission is open to community representatives interested in learning about the media production industries of Texas and how to become Film Friendly Texas certified to attract new jobs and investments.

Mar 27

Governor Abbott Reappoints Mahadeva To Executive Council Of Physical Therapy And Occupational Therapy Examiners

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Manoranjan “Mano” Mahadeva to the Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners for a term set to expire February 1, 2025. The Council is charged with protecting the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Texas by supporting the Board of Physical Therapy Examiners and the Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners, as they license and regulate qualified practitioners of physical therapy and occupational therapy and register facilities in which those services are provided. 

Mar 27

Governor Abbott Reappoints Anwar To Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Javaid Anwar to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for a term set to expire on August 31, 2027. The Board provides leadership and coordination for the Texas higher education system.

Mar 26

Governor Abbott Champions Support For Border Patrol Agents In Houston

Governor Greg Abbott last night championed Texas' support for U.S. Border Patrol agents in their efforts to secure the border during the keynote address at the National Border Patrol Council (NBPC) Dinner in Houston.

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