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 Abbott will call...
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...
Texas Apartment Association PAC Endorses Governor Abbott For Four More Years
AUSTIN - The Texas Apartment Association PAC (TAA PAC) today endorsed Governor Greg Abbott for four more years. One of the largest trade association PACs in Texas, TAA PAC advocates for policies that contribute to the prosperous business climate in Texas. Jackie...
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 passion to...
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...
Governor Abbott Extends Disaster Declaration For Texas Counties Impacted By Hurricane Harvey
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation extending the State Disaster Declaration for Texas counties affected by Hurricane Harvey. This proclamation will ensure that all Texas counties declared disaster areas will continue to be eligible for...
Governor Abbott Sets Date For HD-13 Special Election
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation announcing May 5, 2018 as the special election date to fill the House District 13 seat recently vacated by Representative Leighton Schubert. The early voting period for the special election will be begin April...
Governor Abbott Appoints Hood And Taylor To The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Ron Hood and appointed Jack Taylor to the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement for terms set to expire on August 30, 2023. The Commission establishes and enforces standards to ensure that the people of Texas are served by...