AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to President Donald Trump asking him to approve an 1115 Waiver that would reestablish a federal partnership for Texas’ women’s health program. This program provides unique benefits targeted to low-income women in...
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed William Allensworth to the Texas Facilities Commission for a term set to expire on January 31, 2021. The commission manages state government buildings and handles the sale of surplus property, including property donated to...
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott remains in regular contact with leaders in Congress and the administration, advocating the necessity for funding to rebuild Texas. Expressing the disappointment he shares with Hurricane Harvey survivors that much-needed continuing...
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has named Ralph Duggins presiding officer of the Parks and Wildlife Commission. Duggins was first appointed to the commission in 2008 and reappointed in 2013. The commission manages and conserves the natural and cultural resources of...
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement after Amazon announced the top 20 cities being considered for HQ2, which includes both Austin and Dallas, TX. “Texas is the land of opportunity, and I am thrilled to see that Amazon has...
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today extended the State Disaster Declaration for Texas counties affected by Hurricane Harvey. All Texas counties declared disaster areas will continue to be eligible for assistance as they recover and rebuild after the storm. There...
