Houston Daily

Governor Greg Abbott has issued a statement on the death of J. Bruce Bugg Jr., who served as Chairman of the Texas Transportation Commission.

"Cecilia and I are heartbroken by the sudden loss of our close, personal friend Chairman Bruce Bugg," said Governor Abbott. "Bruce was a remarkable and tireless public servant whose vision and leadership reshaped the future of Texas. As Chairman of Texas Department of Transportation, he helped redesign our state’s infrastructure not just for today—but for the next 50 years. We are grieving this loss alongside his loved ones, especially his wife Alethea and their two sons, and the many Texans whose lives he touched.”

Bugg led efforts at the Texas Department of Transportation to plan long-term improvements to state infrastructure during his tenure.