Media & News

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott issued the following statement congratulating Judge Kevin Patrick Yeary on his re-election to the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals. “Congratulations to Judge Yeary on securing a re-election victory,” said Governor Abbott. “I am confident he will continue to serve as an impartial judge who will uphold the rule of law on […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Judge David Newell for securing re-election to the Texas Criminal Court of Appeals, Place 9: “Judge Newell is a proven judicial leader who understands the importance of upholding the Constitution,” said Governor Abbott. “I congratulate Judge Newell on his hard-fought re-election victory and thank him for his leadership […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott issued the following statement congratulating Justice Jane Bland on her election victory to the Supreme Court of Texas. “Congratulations to Justice Bland on her victory to continue serving on the Supreme Court of Texas,” said Governor Abbott. “I know Justice Bland will continue to faithfully serve the people of Texas and […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight issued a congratulatory statement following Justice Jeff Boyd’s re-election to the Texas Supreme Court. “Congratulations to Justice Jeff Boyd for securing re-election to the Texas Supreme Court,” said Governor Abbott. “Justice Boyd is a trusted judicial conservative who is committed to upholding the Constitution. I am grateful for this leadership […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Jim Wright on being elected to serve on the Railroad Commission of Texas. “Jim Wright ran an excellent campaign and I congratulate him on winning the election to serve as a Texas Railroad Commissioner,” said Governor Abbott. “Jim is a conservative leader who understands the important energy issues […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Chief Justice Nathan Hecht on his re-election to the Texas Supreme Court: “Chief Justice Nathan Hecht is a critical voice on the Texas Supreme Court and he is dedicated to upholding the rule of law,” said Governor Abbott. “I congratulate Chief Justice Hecht on being re-elected to the […]

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Jacey Jetton on securing a victory in House District 26. “Jacey is an Army veteran and successful small business owner who will deliver results for the people of his district,” said Governor Abbott. “He will work to support our law enforcement officers, combat human trafficking, and rein in […]

  AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Senator Charles Perry on his re-election. “Congratulations to Senator Perry on his well-deserved re-election victory,” said Governor Abbott. “Senator Charles Perry has been a strong leader in the Texas Senate, helping usher in transformative property tax and school finance reform last session. I am thankful for his […]

  AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight lauded Senator Brian Birdwell’s re-election to Senate District 22: “Congratulations to Senator Brian Birdwell on his re-election tonight,” said Governor Abbott. “I am grateful for Senator Birdwell’s hard work in securing critical property tax and school finance reforms last session, and I look forward to continuing to work […]

  AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight congratulated Senator Brandon Creighton on his re-election victory in Senate District 4. “Senator Creighton is a principled leader in the Senate who has helped lead the way on property tax reform, border security, and strengthening our public schools,” said Governor Abbott. “Brandon will continue to faithfully serve the […]

  AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott tonight issued a congratulatory statement following Senator Dawn Buckingham’s win in Senate District 24: “This is a great night for the people of Senate District 24 and the Lone Star State,” said Governor Abbott. “Senator Buckingham has been a champion for Texans on many critical issues, including reforming property […]

  AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott applauded Representative Cole Hefner for winning re-election in House District 5. “Representative Hefner is a strong advocate for his district, and I want to congratulate him on his re-election victory,” said Governor Abbott. “Cole will continue to work alongside me to defend the unborn, secure our Second Amendment rights, […]