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Governor Abbott Statement On Passing Of U.S. Senator John McCain

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today issued the following statement on the passing of U.S. Senator John McCain: “John McCain was born to lead. Throughout his military career, his years of cruel imprisonment and torture as a prisoner of war, his decades of...

Commission To Rebuild Texas After Hurricane Harvey Update: Issue 27

Reflections on a Year of Recovery Governor Greg Abbott, remarks from visit to First Baptist Church of Rockport on Aug. 22, 2018: “We would not be here without the resilience, without the heart, without the commitment of our fellow Texans. I have never been prouder—as...

Governor Abbott Attends U.S. Army Futures Command Activation Ceremony

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today joined U.S. Army officials, as well as state and local leaders, for the Activation Ceremony of the new U.S. Army Futures Command in Austin, Texas. This new facility will assess the future operational environment, emerging...

Governor Abbott Announces $1.8 Million In Santa Fe Grants

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Santa Fe and Santa Fe ISD have been awarded over $1.8 million in grant funding for the development of a long-term resiliency center and additional school and community counseling services. The City...

First Lady Cecilia Abbott Joins Rebuild Texas Fund For Hurricane Harvey Anniversary Tour

AUSTIN – First Lady Cecilia Abbott today joined Susan Dell of the Rebuild Texas Fund and Michael & Susan Dell Foundation on a visit to communities damaged by Hurricane Harvey. As the storm’s one year anniversary approaches, the First Lady met with Texans...

Governor Abbott Hosts Second Education Roundtable At Solar Preparatory School For Girls

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today visited Dallas, Texas, where he hosted his second roundtable discussion focused on improving education across the state. During the roundtable, the Governor and local elected officials heard from educators and administrators...