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Inclement Weather Postpones Governor Abbott’s Visit To Galveston

AUSTIN – Due to inclement weather, Governor Greg Abbott will be unable to travel to and attend Mayes Middleton’s get out the vote rally in Galveston this evening. The GOTV rally remains scheduled as planned at Katie’s Seafood at 5:00p.m., and Governor...

Governor Abbott Reappoints Three To Jefferson And Orange County Board Of Pilot Commissioners

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed James Scott, Shawn Sparrow, and Milton “Brad” Taylor to the Jefferson and Orange County Board of Pilot Commissioners for terms to expire on August 22, 2019. The Board has exclusive jurisdiction over the pilot services...

Governor Abbott Orders Immediate Action To Address The Safety Of Texas Schools

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to Texas Education Agency (TEA) Commissioner Mike Morath ordering immediate action to ensure the safety of children in Texas schools following the tragedy that occurred at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in...

Governor Abbott Statement On The Death Of Billy Graham

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today issued a statement following the death of the Reverend Billy Graham, who passed away in his North Carolina home this morning at the age of 99. “The Rev. Billy Graham left an indelible mark on America and the world. His...

Governor Abbott Appoints New To Texas Transportation Commission

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Alvin New to the Texas Transportation Commission for a term set to expire on February 1, 2021. The Commission governs the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) and is responsible for policymaking regarding the state’s...

Commission To Rebuild Texas After Hurricane Harvey Update: Issue 17

“The $90 billion disaster relief funding legislation passed by Congress and signed by the President marks another crucial step forward as Texans continue to recover and rebuild in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, and I thank the Texas delegation and leaders in...