Media & News

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton today announced that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved their request to allow churches and religious organizations to receive the same public assistance available to other nonprofits aiding in Hurricane Harvey relief efforts. FEMA’s Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide, which was revised […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today named Andrew Oldham as General Counsel to the Governor following the appointment of Jimmy Blacklock to the Texas Supreme Court. Oldham previously served as Deputy Solicitor General in the Texas Attorney General’s office and most recently served as Deputy General Counsel in the Governor’s office. “Andy is a brilliant […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today appointed and swore in Jimmy Blacklock to the Texas Supreme Court following Justice Don Willett’s confirmation to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. Blacklock has served as general counsel for Governor Abbott since 2015. “The Texas Supreme court plays a crucial role in the future of […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement after the Texas Workforce Commission announced Texas’ unemployment rate has fallen to 3.8 percent, setting a new record for the lowest unemployment rate recorded in four decades. “Today’s announcement of our record low unemployment rate is further proof that the Texas model of low taxes […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement regarding the proposed $81 billion disaster aid measure: “Today’s vote is a step in the right direction, but more needs to be done to ensure the funds Congress provide address the critical needs Texans are enduring from the largest natural disaster in our state’s history. […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today visited Port Aransas and Port Arthur where he met with local officials and received updates on the ongoing recovery from Harvey. During both visits, the Governor presented local leaders with reimbursement funds to help cover the costs for debris removal in their communities. The Governor also spoke with local […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services have reached an agreement for approval of the 1115 Demonstration Waiver for the next five years. The extension will allow the state to continue to serve Medicaid clients through managed care, which […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today visited A.C. Blunt Middle School in Aransas Pass and joined officials from Lumber Liquidators to announce more than $100,000 in donations and flooring materials to help Aransas Pass Independent School District rebuild after Hurricane Harvey. The Governor also toured the school and saw firsthand Lumber Liquidators’ generous donation of nearly […]

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 communities. The Governor also thanked local officials for their hard work and dedication to helping […]

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 working Texans keep more of their paycheck, the law encourages employers to issue more paychecks […]

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 assistance as they recover and rebuild after Hurricane Harvey. There are currently 60 counties included in the state […]

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 at the Texas State Cemetery. This year’s ceremony included seven ceremonial wreaths […]