Press & Updates
The latest updates from Governor Greg Abbott and Texans for Greg Abbott.
Reflections on a Year of Recovery Governor Greg Abbott, remarks from visit to First Baptist Church of Rockport on Aug. 22, 2018: “We would not be here without the resilience, without the heart, without the commitment of our fellow Texans. I have never been prouder—as Governor, as a Texan or as a human being—to see […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today joined U.S. Army officials, as well as state and local leaders, for the Activation Ceremony of the new U.S. Army Futures Command in Austin, Texas. This new facility will assess the future operational environment, emerging threats, and new technologies in order to develop and deliver concepts, requirements, future force […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Santa Fe and Santa Fe ISD have been awarded over $1.8 million in grant funding for the development of a long-term resiliency center and additional school and community counseling services. The City of Santa Fe’s resiliency center will provide support for communication services, donor […]
AUSTIN – First Lady Cecilia Abbott today joined Susan Dell of the Rebuild Texas Fund and Michael & Susan Dell Foundation on a visit to communities damaged by Hurricane Harvey. As the storm’s one year anniversary approaches, the First Lady met with Texans whose homes, schools and businesses were impacted by Hurricane Harvey and received […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today visited Dallas, Texas, where he hosted his second roundtable discussion focused on improving education across the state. During the roundtable, the Governor and local elected officials heard from educators and administrators at the Solar Preparatory School for Girls on potential solutions for issues facing Texas schools. “We can and […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today held an education roundtable in New Braunfels, Texas, aimed at developing ideas to improve education across the state. The roundtable, which took place at Church Hill Middle School, was held with educators, administrators and local elected officials, and allowed the Governor to discuss proposals designed to reform education in […]
AUSTIN – Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott, Honorary Chair of the 35th annual Governor’s Volunteer Awards, today announced the 2018 award recipients. The Governor’s Volunteer Awards, administered by OneStar Foundation, honors the contributions of individuals, businesses and organizations in Texas that have made a positive impact in their communities or across the state through service […]
AUSTIN – The Texas Travel Industry Association’s Travel PAC today endorsed Governor Abbott for four more years. Travel PAC works alongside the legislature to support and grow the travel and tourism industry in Texas. Coinciding with the endorsement is a video in which David Teel, President of TTIA, speaks highly of Governor Abbott’s role in expanding […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has issued a proclamation ordering an emergency special runoff election in Texas State Senate District 19 to elect a state senator to serve out the unexpired term of former Senator Carlos Uresti. The emergency special runoff election will be held on Tuesday, September 18, 2018 with early voting beginning September 10, […]
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today joined the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Houston (IACCGH) for their 19th annual gala. The event celebrated the IACCGH’s 19 years of service for the Indo-American Business Community in Houston and dedication to facilitating commerce between Texas and India. “The Indo-American Chamber Of Commerce continues to play a vital […]
AUSTIN – The State Agency Council to the Governor’s Commission for Women is proud to announce the 2018 Outstanding Women in Texas Government Award recipients. This biennial award honors women in state service who are helping to shape the future of Texas by contributing their notable talents and skills. Candidates were nominated by their respective […]
AUSTIN – The Texas Association of Interior Design (TAID) today announced their support of Governor Abbott for re-election. TAID represents the business and legislative goals of the Texas interior design industry. Shundra Harris, President of TAID, praised Governor Abbott for fostering a positive business climate here in Texas. Harris said, “Governor Abbott understands the importance of […]
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