Commission To Rebuild Texas Update: Issue 8
AUSTIN - Texans are known for their spirit and resolve, and in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, we’ve witnessed the persevering nature of Texans each and every day. For the city of Houston, the Gulf Coast region and Texans across the state still recovering from the...
Governor Abbott Reappoints Bickerstaff To Board For Lease Of Texas Parks And Wildlife Lands
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Clifton “Cliff” Bickerstaff to the Board for Lease of Texas Parks and Wildlife Lands for a term set to expire on September 1, 2019. Clifton “Cliff” Bickerstaff of Amarillo is executive vice president of Amarillo National...
Governor Abbott Appoints Gooden Judge Of The 280th Judicial District Court
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Angelina D.A. Gooden as judge of the 280th Judicial District Court in Harris County for a term set to expire December 31, 2018, or until her successor shall be duly elected and qualified. Angelina D.A. Gooden of Pearland,...
Governor Abbott Announces Selection Of San Antonio For New Ernst & Young Client Service Delivery Center
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Ernst & Young LLP (EY) has chosen San Antonio as the location of a new client service delivery center for its Financial Services Organization. EY is a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services...
Governor Abbott Appoints Fargo Judge Of Criminal District Court No. 7
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Stephanie Fargo as judge of Criminal District Court No. 7 in Dallas County for a term set to expire December 31, 2018, or until her successor shall be duly elected and qualified. Stephanie Fargo of Dallas is an assistant...
Governor Abbott Appoints Francis Judge Of The 283rd Judicial District Court
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Livia Francis as judge of the 283rd Judicial District Court in Dallas County for a term set to expire December 31, 2018, or until her successor shall be duly elected and qualified. Livia Francis of Coppell is an attorney in...
Governor Abbott Announces Action To Combat Violent Crime & Gang-Related Activity In San Antonio
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to deploy additional tactical resources to support the San Antonio Police Department Violent Crimes Task Force to combat gang-related activity and the double-digit growth in violent...
Commission To Rebuild Texas Update: Issue 7
AUSTIN - This week we had opportunities to shine a light on some extraordinary Texans who selflessly answered the call to serve their neighbors. Among the five Americans recognized at the “Deep From the Heart: The One America Appeal” concert with a Point of Light...
Governor Abbott Appoints Bender As District Attorney For 506th Judicial District
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Andria Bender as District Attorney for the 506th Judicial District in Grimes County for a term set to expire December 31, 2018, or until her successor shall be duly elected and qualified. Andria Bender of Richards is an...
Governor Abbott Attends Greater Dallas Asian American Chamber Of Commerce Luncheon
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today attended the Greater Dallas Asian American Chamber of Commerce (GDAACC) luncheon for the "Diversity Beyond Boundaries" awards to recognize and celebrate successful companies in the DFW area. During his visit the Governor spoke of...