Texas Optometric Association and the EYE-PAC of the Texas Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons Endorse Governor Abbott
AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott today secured the endorsements of the Texas Optometric Association and the EYE-PAC of the Texas Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, two leading organizations that represent thousands of eye care professionals across Texas. Their support underscores Governor Abbott’s record of strengthening patient protections, expanding access to care, and upholding high standards in the medical profession.
“Patients deserve safe, high-quality eye care delivered by highly trained professionals,” said Governor Abbott. “The Texas Optometric Association and the Texas Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons represent dedicated doctors who protect vision, serve families in every region of our state, and uphold the highest standards of patient safety. Their endorsement reflects the strong partnership we have built to expand access to care, safeguard patients, and keep Texas a national leader in medical excellence.”
“Governor Abbott has worked continuously with the Texas Optometric Association (TOA) to improve eye care access and affordability for every Texan during his tenure,” TOA President Adam R. Cox, O.D. “Because of his leadership on this critical issue, the TOA proudly endorses Governor Abbott for re-election.”
“On behalf of the EYE-PAC of the Texas Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons, I am pleased to offer our wholehearted endorsement of Governor Abbott for reelection,” said Texas Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons President Zev Shulkin, MD of Dallas. “Texas Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons is a non-profit professional association of 800 ophthalmologists. It was founded in 1956 to promote and advance the science and art of medical eye care. The objective of our affiliated EYE-PAC is to elect those candidates who understand and support quality eye care and the appropriate training of individuals administering that care in Texas. When it comes to patient safety, Texas is a model for the nation. Governor Abbott has demonstrated thoughtfulness and dedication to patient safety during his tenure. He clearly understands and appreciates the government’s role in protecting patients and preserving the team approach to medical care. Together, we can continue to protect vision in the great state of Texas.”
The Texas Optometric Association and the Texas Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons represent a broad network of optometrists and ophthalmologists who serve patients in urban centers and rural communities. These organizations advocate for strong patient safeguards, clear professional standards, and policies that expand access to quality medical eye care. Governor Abbott has worked closely with these medical leaders to support patient safety measures, strengthen professional oversight, and ensure Texans receive care from qualified providers. Their endorsements highlight a shared commitment to protect vision and uphold excellence in health care across Texas.
Below is a list of individuals & organizations that have endorsed Governor Abbott for re-election:
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- American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC)
- American Federation of Children (AFC)
- Arlington Police Association Political Action Committee
- Associated Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors of Texas
- Austin Police Association
- Austin Young Republicans
- Beer Alliance of Texas
- BEEF-PAC of Texas Cattle Feeders
- Brazoria County Sheriff Bo Stallman
- Brewster County Sheriff Ronnie Dodson
- Brooks County Sheriff Urbino “Benny” Martinez
- Career College and Schools of Texas PAC
- Chambers County Sheriff Brian Hawthorne
- Charter Schools Now PAC
- Combined Law Enforcement Associations of Texas (CLEAT)
- Corpus Christi Police Officers Association
- Credit Union Coalition of Texas
- Culberson County Sheriff Oscar E. Carillo
- Dallas Police Association
- Deputy Sheriff’s Association of Bexar County
- El Paso Municipal Police Officers’ Association
- EYE-PAC of the Texas Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons
- Exotic Wildlife Association
- Fort Bend Business Coalition
- Fort Bend Conservatives PAC
- Fort Worth Police Officers Association
- Galveston County Sheriff Jimmy Fullen
- Game Warden Peace Officer’s Association
- Goliad County Sheriff Roy Boyd
- Harris County Deputies’ Organization
- Heat and Frost Insulators Local Union 22
- Houston Police Officers’ Union
- Houston Regional Business Coalition
- Independent Bankers Association of Texas
- Independent Insurance Agents of Texas
- International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local 745 and Joint Council 80
- International Longshoreman
- Kingwood Tea Party
- Lone Star Hemp Coalition
- Music Venue Alliance – Texas
- Neighborhood Beer Garden and Bar Association of Texas
- National Border Patrol Council
- National Cutting Horse Association
- National Federation of Independent Businesses
- National Latino Law Enforcement Organization
- National Rifle Association-Political Victory Fund
- Operating Engineers Local Union 540
- Organization of Spanish-Speaking Officers
- Texas Department of Public Safety Officers Association (PAC)
- Pipe Fitters Local Union 211
- Plumbers Local Union 68
- President Donald Trump
- Presidio County Sheriff Danny Dominguez
- Professional Bondsmen of Texas
- Regional Hispanic Contractors Association
- Reserve Peace Officers Association
- San Antonio Police Officers’ Association
- South Texans’ Property Rights Association
- Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life
- Tarrant County Law Enforcement Association
- Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn
- Teamsters Local 745
- Teamsters Local 988
- Texas Border Sheriff’s Coalition
- Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association
- Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association
- Texas Agricultural Aviation Association
- Texas Alliance for Life
- Texas Association of Builders
- Texas Association of Campground Owners
- Texas Association of Manufacturers
- Texas Association of Interior Design
- Texas Apartment Association
- Texas Blockchain Council
- Texas Building Owners and Managers Association
- Texas Chemistry Council
- Texas Concrete Products Association
- Texas Credit Union Association
- Texas Deer Association
- Texas Farm Bureau
- Texas Forestry Association
- Texas Game Warden Peace Officers Association
- Texas Hemp Coalition
- Texas Homeschool Coalition
- Texas Irrigation Council
- Texas Land Developers Association
- Texans for Lawsuit Reform
- Texans for Medical Freedom
- Texas Mortgage Bankers Association (TMBA)
- Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA)
- Texas Nursery & Landscape Association
- Texas Optometric Association
- Texas Poultry Federation
- Texas REALTORS and TREPAC
- Texas Recreational Vehicle Association
- Texas Restaurant Association Political Action Committee
- Texas Retailers Association
- Texas Right to Life
- Texas State Rifle Association
- Texas Travel Alliance
- Texas Values
- Texas Wildlife Association
- Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association PAC
- Texans for Life Committee Life PAC
- Texas Oil and Gas Association (TXOGA)
- Val Verde County Sheriff Joe Frank Martinez
- Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of Texas
- Wine Institute
- Young Conservatives of Texas