Texans For Greg Abbott Releases New Video: Law Enforcement For Abbott
AUSTIN – Texans for Greg Abbott today released a video highlighting the endorsements of Governor Abbott by law enforcement organizations throughout the state. Since December of 2017, Governor Abbott has received the endorsement of eight law enforcement organizations,...
Governor Abbott Announces $2 Million Grant To Austin Community College District In Support Of Army Futures Command
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...
Texans For Greg Abbott Releases New Statewide TV Ad: “Keeping Texans Safe”
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...
Dallas County Sheriff’s Association Endorses Governor Greg Abbott For Re-Election
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...
Governor Abbott Attends South Texas College Regional Center For Public Safety Excellence Building Dedication Ceremony
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...
Governor Abbott Attends Caterpillar’s 400,000th Engine Milestone Celebration
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...
Governor Greg Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration In Response To Approaching Tropical Disturbance
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today issued a State Disaster Declaration for Texas counties impacted by severe weather and flooding as a tropical system approaches the state. Prior to today’s disaster declaration, the Governor has ordered the Texas State Operations...
First Lady Cecilia Abbott Honors 2018 Governor’s Small Business Award Winners
AUSTIN - First Lady Cecilia Abbott was in the Dallas Fort-Worth area today to talk about the important role that women-owned businesses play in the success of our state’s economy. The First Lady addressed the Governor’s Business Forum for Women hosted by the Texas...
Governor Abbott Further Elevates Activation Level Of State Operations Center For Approaching Tropical Disturbance
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott has ordered the Texas State Operations Center (SOC) to further increase its readiness level to level II (escalated response conditions) beginning at 7 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 13, as a tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico continues...
Governor Abbott Presents 2018 Star Of Texas Awards
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today presented the 2018 Star of Texas Awards to peace officers, firefighters and first responders who demonstrated heroism in service to their communities and the State of Texas. The Star of Texas Awards were created in 2003 by the Texas...