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NACOGDOCHES – Governor Greg Abbott today called on Texas public colleges and universities to establish three-year degree options for undergraduate students. The Governor’s initiative will give Texas students the option to earn certain bachelor’s degrees in three years and require Texas public universities to offer accelerated 90-credit-hour degree programs in high-demand, high-paying fields. He made his […]

THE WOODLANDS – Governor Greg Abbott today unveiled his new higher education initiative after a roundtable discussion with lawmakers, Sam Houston State University faculty, and students. This new statewide tuition savings program will lower the cost of summer courses that count towards an undergraduate degree and help students earn their college degree faster. “Every Texas student […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today met with officials from Tarrant County to highlight his plans to reform property taxes across the state and keep Texas affordable. “Local governments have run rampant hiking property taxes, and hardworking Texans deserve to keep more of their money,” said Governor Abbott. “With a two-thirds voter approval on all local property tax increases, everyday Texans will be […]

EL PASO – Governor Greg Abbott today announced a new education initiative to cut administrative bloat and ensure taxpayer dollars are directed primarily to Texas classrooms. “Texas has made historic investments in public education to give our teachers and students the resources they need to succeed,” said Governor Abbott. “Those dollars belong in the classroom, not […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today unveiled a new education initiative that eliminates foreign influence from Texas’ public schools and bans H-1B workers from K-12 schools. “Texas classrooms should be a safe place for students to learn, grow, and succeed, not a place for foreign entities to indoctrinate young Texans,” said Governor Abbott. “There should be […]

WACO – Governor Greg Abbott today unveiled a plan to provide students who are struggling in core subjects with support through new Student Success Academies. These in-school academies will give parents and teachers a straightforward plan to help struggling students get back on track and boost their reading and math comprehension. “Student Success Academies will ensure we identify struggling students early and get […]

CORPUS CHRISTI – Governor Greg Abbott today during a roundtable with parents and educators unveiled a new education initiative focused on strengthening student learning by limiting screen time and putting teachers and proven learning methods back at the center of classroom learning. “My solution is to create a learning environment that prioritizes physical materials and […]

LUBBOCK – Governor Greg Abbott today unveiled a new proposal to protect students during a roundtable with law enforcement and superintendents in Lubbock. As part of the proposal, the Governor announced tougher penalties for educators and school employees convicted of improper relationship between educator and student. “This new law builds on previous and vital actions that crack […]

MCALLEN – Governor Greg Abbott last night delivered the keynote address at the Hidalgo County Republican Party’s 2026 Lincoln Reagan dinner, calling on conservatives to elect strong Republican leaders who will champion commonsense policies and fight back against the socialist Democrats’ attempts to turn Texas blue. “Republicans must unite and stay strong in the face of radical socialism,” said […]

Releases New Ad Titled: “What’s at Stake” AUSTIN—Governor Greg Abbott today launched a $10 million statewide television ad that underscores Governor Abbott’s commitment to defend the commonsense values that make Texas a beacon of freedom and opportunity for all. While Democrats push socialist policies that increase taxes and the cost of living, Governor Abbott has […]

SOCORRO – Governor Greg Abbott today announced additional housing proposals in his Keep Texas Affordable agenda. After meeting with El Paso and Socorro residents, the Governor highlighted two new affordability initiatives that expedite the permitting process and accelerate the construction of new homes across Texas. “Speeding up permitting is another way to lower the cost of a home,” said Governor Abbott. “Permitting and […]

SAN ANTONIO – Governor Greg Abbott today announced the next initiative in his Keep Texas Affordable agenda that will lower electricity costs by expanding consumer choice and ending utility monopolies that drive up costs for Texas families and small businesses. “We must address the cost of electricity that is putting a growing strain on Texas households,” said Governor Abbott. […]