News from the Governor
First Lady Cecilia Abbott Announces GRACE’s Sixth Annual Week Of Prayer To End Human Trafficking
First Lady Cecilia Abbott today announced that the Governor's Response Against Child Exploitation (GRACE) initiative is hosting the sixth annual Week of Prayer to End Human Trafficking from January 5 through January 11, 2025.
Governor Abbott Directs Investigations Into Potential Child Care Funding Fraud In Texas
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter directing Texas state agencies to launch investigations into any potential child care funding fraud taking place in Texas.
Governor Abbott Formally Demands Immediate Extradition of Reynaldo Mata-Rios
Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement formally demanding the immediate extradition of Reynaldo Mata-Rios following the murder of Texas Facilities Commissioner Eddy Betancourt:
In 2025, Texas Blazed The Trail To Become No. 1 In Education
Governor Greg Abbott today highlighted the strides the state made in 2025 to put Texas on the pathway to be No. 1 in education and empower parents to choose the educational opportunities best for their children.
Governor Abbott Announces Historic $1.4 Billion In Federal Funding Secured For ‘Rural Texas Strong’ Projects
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Texas will receive a historic investment of over $1.4 billion in federal funding over five years to improve rural health care throughout the state.
