Press & Updates
The latest updates from Governor Greg Abbott and Texans for Greg Abbott.
The ad will begin airing tonight during evening newscasts AUSTIN – Texans For Greg Abbott today released a powerful new statewide TV ad entitled “Hope,” which tells the story of the Workman family who survived the attack on the First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs on November 5th, 2017 that left 26 people dead and 20 […]
AUSTIN – Following tonight’s debate, several members of the Texas Legislature declared victory for Governor Abbott. “Texans want a governor who has a vision for a stronger Texas. A vision that includes reining in property taxes, growing the economy, and improving our education system. Governor Abbott was the only candidate on stage tonight who offered up […]
ICYMI: Abbott: “I Will Never Stop Fighting For You” “I promise you this, I will never stop fighting for you and your families. Working together, we’re going to keep Texas the best state in the greatest nation in the history of this world.” – Governor Greg Abbott GREG ABBOTT: “We live in a state where anything is […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today issued a State Disaster Declaration for three North Texas counties recently impacted by severe weather and flooding. By issuing this disaster declaration, Governor Abbott has authorized the use of all available resources of state government and of political subdivisions necessary to respond to this disaster. “When severe weather and […]
AUSTIN – Texans For Greg Abbott today released a new television ad entitled, “Madrina Dos.” This new ad features Governor Abbott’s mother-in-law, Mary Lucy Phalen, speaking to his character, his steadfast Christian faith, and his commitment to all Texans. “Madrina Dos” is a follow up to the original Madrina ad from the Governor’s 2014 campaign. Like the 2014 ad, “Madrina Dos” will be broadcast in […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has extended invitations to Texas law enforcement officers to be his guests at the gubernatorial debate tomorrow night at the LBJ Presidential Library in Austin, TX. More than half of the 75 tickets provided to Texans For Greg Abbott are going to members of law enforcement across the state. In addition, Texans […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that Sterling Lumber Company, LLC., will be opening a new TerraLam® Cross-Laminated Timber mat manufacturing facility in Lufkin. Sterling is a vertically integrated manufacturer that delivers high-performance ground protection mats and more than 300 industrial products worldwide. The new facility in Lufkin will create 150 new jobs and […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced a $2 million grant from the Texas Military Preparedness Commission’s (TMPC) Defense Economic Adjustment Assistance Grant (DEAAG) program to the Austin Community College District in partnership with The University of Texas and the U.S. Army. The funds will be used for the buildout of facilities supporting the new Army […]
AUSTIN – Texans For Greg Abbott today released a new statewide television ad, “Keeping Texans Safe,” which focuses on Governor Abbott’s commitment to a safe and secure Texas. From banning sanctuary cities to cracking down on human trafficking, Governor Abbott has made it a priority to secure our border and keep Texans safe. This ad […]
AUSTIN – The Dallas County Sheriff’s Association (DCSA) and Governor Abbott held a joint press conference today where DCSA announced their support of Greg Abbott for re-election. This endorsement speaks to Governor Abbott’s unwavering support of Texas’ law enforcement community and follows seven other law enforcement associations who have announced their support of Governor Abbott. […]
Governor Greg Abbott today attended a dedication ceremony for the new South Texas College Regional Center for Public Safety Excellence (RCPSE) in Pharr, Texas. The new state-of-the-art facility will provide public safety education and training opportunities for both law enforcement and members of the public. Additionally, the RCPSE will make South Texas College the first community college in […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today attended Caterpillar’s Engine Milestone Celebration in Seguin, Texas, which commemorated the completion of the 400,000th engine produced at this facility. This 1.7-million-square-foot plant employs more than 2,000 workers and partners with Caterpillar locations in the San Antonio area to complete engine production. “Today’s milestone is a product of all […]
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