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Governor Abbott Receives Hurricane Recovery Update, Presents Funds For Debris Removal

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott visited League City to meet with local officials from hurricane-impacted areas of Texas and receive an update on the ongoing recovery. During his visit, the Governor presented local leaders with funds for debris removal in their...

Governor Abbott Statement On Final Passage Of Tax Reform Bill

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott issued a statement following the passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: “Any law the reduces the money the federal government takes from taxpayers is a good law,” said Governor Abbott. “In addition to helping...

Governor Greg Abbott Extends Disaster Declaration For Texas Counties Impacted By Hurricane Harvey

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation extending the State Disaster Declaration for Texas counties affected by Hurricane Harvey. This proclamation will ensure that all Texas counties declared disaster areas will continue to be eligible for...

Governor Abbott Attends Wreaths Across America Event At Texas State Cemetery

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today participated in a ceremony at the Texas State Cemetery where he joined Wreaths Across America in honoring Texas veterans. This ceremony is part of the annual National Wreaths Across America Day and the is the second to be held...

Governor Abbott Appoints Seventeen To The Continuing Advisory Committee For Special Education

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Shemica S. Allen, Teresa A. Bronsky, Jo Ann Gama, Stephanie Y. Martinez, Jana C. McKelvey, and Kristen K. Tassin and reappointed Erin S. Wilder to the Continuing Advisory Committee for Special Education for terms set to...