Press & Updates
The latest updates from Governor Greg Abbott and Texans for Greg Abbott.
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Sterling Lumber Company, LLC., will be opening a new TerraLam® Cross-Laminated Timber mat manufacturing facility in Lufkin. Sterling is a vertically integrated manufacturer that delivers high-performance ground protection mats and more than 300 industrial products worldwide. The new facility in Lufkin will create 150 new jobs and […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced a $2 million grant from the Texas Military Preparedness Commission’s (TMPC) Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant (DEAAG) program to the Austin Community College District in partnership with The University of Texas and the U.S. Army. The funds will be used for the buildout of facilities supporting the new Army […]
AUSTIN – Texans For Greg Abbott today released a new statewide television ad, “Keeping Texans Safe,” which focuses on Governor Abbott’s commitment to a safe and secure Texas. From banning sanctuary cities to cracking down on human trafficking, Governor Abbott has made it a priority to secure our border and keep Texans safe. This ad […]
AUSTIN – The Dallas County Sheriff’s Association (DCSA) and Governor Abbott held a joint press conference today where DCSA announced their support of Greg Abbott for re-election. This endorsement speaks to Governor Abbott’s unwavering support of Texas’ law enforcement community and follows seven other law enforcement associations who have announced their support of Governor Abbott. […]
Governor Greg Abbott today attended a dedication ceremony for the new South Texas College Regional Center for Public Safety Excellence (RCPSE) in Pharr, Texas. The new state-of-the-art facility will provide public safety education and training opportunities for both law enforcement and members of the public. Additionally, the RCPSE will make South Texas College the first community college in […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today attended Caterpillar’s Engine Milestone Celebration in Seguin, Texas, which commemorated the completion of the 400,000th engine produced at this facility. This 1.7-million-square-foot plant employs more than 2,000 workers and partners with Caterpillar locations in the San Antonio area to complete engine production. “Today’s milestone is a product of all […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today issued a State Disaster Declaration for Texas counties impacted by severe weather and flooding as a tropical system approaches the state. Prior to today’s disaster declaration, the Governor has ordered the Texas State Operations Center (SOC) to increase its readiness level to level II (escalated response conditions) in response to […]
AUSTIN – First Lady Cecilia Abbott was in the Dallas Fort-Worth area today to talk about the important role that women-owned businesses play in the success of our state’s economy. The First Lady addressed the Governor’s Business Forum for Women hosted by the Texas Governor’s Office in partnership with the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, National Association of […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has ordered the Texas State Operations Center (SOC) to further increase its readiness level to level II (escalated response conditions) beginning at 7 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 13, as a tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico continues to move toward the Texas coast. Governor Abbott directed the SOC to […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today presented the 2018 Star of Texas Awards to peace officers, firefighters and first responders who demonstrated heroism in service to their communities and the State of Texas. The Star of Texas Awards were created in 2003 by the Texas Legislature to honor the men and women who have been […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has ordered the Texas State Operations Center (SOC) to elevate its readiness level as a potential tropical system is expected to develop and move into the Gulf of Mexico and toward the Texas coast later this week. The SOC will increase its readiness level from level IV (normal conditions) to […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced a set of policy proposals to increase public safety in Texas. The policy plan includes proposals aimed at reducing violent crime, cracking down on human trafficking and organized crime, combatting violent gangs, and ensuring law enforcement officers have the resources they need to do their jobs. “The State […]
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