Houston Daily

Governor Greg Abbott has highlighted the state's recent employment success, citing the contribution of Texans and local businesses in creating more jobs than any other state over the past year. According to March 2025 data, Texas achieved unprecedented levels in terms of total employment, the number of working individuals, and the size of its labor force.

"Texas leads the nation in job creation thanks to our booming economy and highly skilled workforce," stated Abbott. He added that the influx of businesses from various regions into Texas is a testament to the state's economic environment, encouraging innovation and investment. Abbott emphasized the state's commitment to education and training as keys to sustaining growth, expressing that "funding our schools more than ever before and expanding career and technical training programs" will "prepare more Texans for better job and bigger paycheck opportunities."

Recent employment figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Texas Workforce Commission reveal several milestones. The state's labor force reached its highest at 15,778,500, while the number of working Texans, including those self-employed, hit 15,137,500. Texas also recorded 14,282,600 nonfarm jobs, following an addition of 26,500 jobs in March. The annual increase from March 2024 to March 2025 was 192,100 nonfarm jobs, outpacing the national growth rate.

Furthermore, Abbott reported over $1.3 million in workforce training grants allocated to Collin County Community College District. These grants are intended for programs that target high-demand sectors such as healthcare and manufacturing. In legislative developments, Abbott underscored the importance of career training, with House Bills 20 and 120 progressing through the Texas House to support vocational education initiatives.

Additionally, Abbott applauded the Texas House for approving record funding for public education through House Bill 2. This initiative aims to bolster resources and support for students across the state.