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Governor Abbott Names Duggins Chair Of Parks And Wildlife Commission

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...

Governor Abbott Statement On Austin And Dallas Named As Finalists For Amazon’s HQ2

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...

Governor Greg Abbott Extends Disaster Declaration For Texas Counties Impacted By Hurricane Harvey

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...

Governor Abbott Rolls Out Plan To Rein In Texas Property Taxes

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today will announce a set of proposals to rein in skyrocketing property taxes in the Lone Star State and provide greater transparency to voters in the process. In announcing his plan, the Governor will hold press conferences at a...

Texas To Participate In Cybersecurity Program In Partnership With SANS Institute

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced a new training program, in partnership with the SANS Institute, designed to encourage young women to become involved in the field of cybersecurity. The partnership will focus on recruiting high school female students...

Governor Abbott Appoints Scott And Riojas To Texas Farm And Ranch Lands Conservation Council

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed George “Dave” Scott, III and appointed Gilbert “Gilly” Riojas to the Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Council for a terms set to expire on February 1, 2023. The Council’s duties are to advise and assist the Texas...