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Governor Abbott Addresses Texas American Legion Convention In San Antonio

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today attended and delivered remarks at the American Legion, Department of Texas 100th anniversary convention in San Antonio. The American Legion was incorporated by Congress in 1919 and has served as the nation’s largest...

Governor Abbott Accepts Debate Invitation

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced he has accepted an invitation from Nexstar Media Group for a statewide debate against the Democrat nominee for Governor. The invitation stipulates the debate will take place on September 28th, 2018 from 7 – 8 p.m., in...

Why Texas Is The Top State For Business In America

This op-ed originally appeared in CNBC on July 10, 2018. Why Texas Is The Top State For Business In America By Gov. Greg Abbott CNBC The Texas economy is the fastest-growing in the nation. More Texans are working than ever before as the Lone Star State leads in...

Governor Abbott Appoints Seven To Aerospace And Aviation Advisory Committee

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Dan Winston to the Aerospace and Aviation Advisory Committee for a term set to expire on September 1, 2019. Additionally, the Governor has appointed Aimee Burnett and Lauren Dreyer, and reappointed Sharon Denny, J. Ross...

Texas Named CNBC’s “America’s Top State For Business” For 2018

AUSTIN – CNBC today announced that Texas has been named America’s top state for business in 2018. CNBC unveiled Texas as the top state for business during their live broadcast from Enchanted Rock, and Governor Greg Abbott joined the program on location to...

Governor Abbott Appoints Fariña-Strauss To State Pension Review Board

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Rossy Fariña-Strauss to the State Pension Review Board for a term set to expire on January 31, 2023. The board reviews all Texas public retirement systems, both state and local, for actuarial soundness and compliance with...