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Governor Abbott Announces “Damon Allen Act”

Unveils Proposals To Reform Bail System In Texas AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today unveiled the “Damon Allen Act,” a set of proposals to reform the bail system in Texas to protect law enforcement and enhance public safety. The proposals announced by the...

Commission To Rebuild Texas After Hurricane Harvey Update: Issue 26

AUSTIN – “A storm the magnitude of Hurricane Harvey could have ripped us apart, but instead it pulled us together and proved that no force is more powerful than the Texas spirit. We salute the heroes of Hurricane Harvey who stepped up… I thank these brave...

Recreational Fishing Alliance of Texas Endorses Governor Greg Abbott For Re-election

AUSTIN – The Recreational Fishing Alliance of Texas PAC (RFA Texas) today endorsed Governor Greg Abbott for re-election. RFA Texas seeks to secure fishing rights for Saltwater Anglers in the Lone Star State and safeguard jobs in the marine, boat, and tackle...

Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas Endorse Governor Greg Abbott For Four More Years

AUSTIN – Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas (CLEAT) and Governor Abbott held a joint press conference today where CLEAT announced Greg Abbott as their choice for Governor in the 2018 election. CLEAT is the largest law enforcement association in Texas. This...

Governor Abbott Joins The South Belt-Ellington Chamber Of Commerce In Honoring Heroes Of Hurricane Harvey

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today joined the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce at a gala honoring Hurricane Harvey heroes and first responders in Houston, Texas. During the event, the Governor thanked all those involved in Harvey response and recovery...

Governor Abbott, Department of Justice Announce $1 Million Grant For Law Enforcement Overtime Expenses Following Santa Fe Shooting

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott and the Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) today announced a $1 million grant for overtime expenses of law enforcement officers involved in the response efforts after the shooting at Santa Fe High School. The...