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AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Sue Melton-Malone on winning re-election for State Board of Education: “Congratulations to Sue Melton-Malone on her hard-fought victory for the State Board of Education,” said Governor Abbott. “I thank Jennifer for her commitment to serving Texas teachers, students, and parents and look forward to working with her as […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight applauded Jay Johnson on his election to the State Board of Education for District 15: “Congratulations to Jay Johnson on running a successful campaign for the State Board of Education,” said Governor Abbott. “Jay will be an effective advocate for the students, teachers, and parents of District 15, and I […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott issued a statement after it was announced that Dr. Kevin Ellis secured a re-election victory for the State Board of Education: “Thank you to the voters of District 9 for entrusting Keven Ellis with another term on the State Board of Education,” said Governor Abbott. “As chair of the board, […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott issued the following statement congratulating Will Hickman on winning election to serve on the State Board of Education, District 6. “Congratulations to Will Hickman on his victory to serve on the State Board of Education,” said Governor Abbott. “Will is dedicated to securing a brighter future for Texas students, and he […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Bert Richardson on winning the race for Texas Court of Criminal Appeals: “Congratulations to Judge Richardson on his re-election tonight,” said Governor Abbott. “A conservative-minded jurist with over 30 years of judicial, appellate, and trial experience, Judge Richardson has a proven record of protecting the ideals of truth and […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott issued the following statement congratulating Judge Kevin Patrick Yeary on his re-election to the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. “Congratulations to Judge Yeary on securing a re-election victory,” said Governor Abbott. “I am confident he will continue to serve as an impartial judge who will uphold the rule of law on […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Judge David Newell for securing re-election to the Texas Criminal Court of Appeals, Place 9: “Judge Newell is a proven judicial leader who understands the importance of upholding the Constitution,” said Governor Abbott. “I congratulate Judge Newell on his hard-fought re-election victory and thank him for his leadership […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott issued the following statement congratulating Justice Jane Bland on her election victory to the Supreme Court of Texas. “Congratulations to Justice Bland on her victory to continue serving on the Supreme Court of Texas,” said Governor Abbott. “I know Justice Bland will continue to faithfully serve the people of Texas and […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight issued a congratulatory statement following Justice Jeff Boyd’s re-election to the Texas Supreme Court. “Congratulations to Justice Jeff Boyd for securing re-election to the Texas Supreme Court,” said Governor Abbott. “Justice Boyd is a trusted judicial conservative who is committed to upholding the Constitution. I am grateful for this leadership […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Jim Wright on being elected to serve on the Railroad Commission of Texas. “Jim Wright ran an excellent campaign and I congratulate him on winning the election to serve as a Texas Railroad Commissioner,” said Governor Abbott. “Jim is a conservative leader who understands the important energy issues […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Chief Justice Nathan Hecht on his re-election to the Texas Supreme Court: “Chief Justice Nathan Hecht is a critical voice on the Texas Supreme Court and he is dedicated to upholding the rule of law,” said Governor Abbott. “I congratulate Chief Justice Hecht on being re-elected to the […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Jacey Jetton on securing a victory in House District 26. “Jacey is an Army veteran and successful small business owner who will deliver results for the people of his district,” said Governor Abbott. “He will work to support our law enforcement officers, combat human trafficking, and rein in […]