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House Republicans propose bills supporting law enforcement during National Police Week

Representatives Troy E. Nehls, Pete Stauber, Clay Higgins, and Gabe Evans have expressed their support for law enforcement through an op-ed in the Washington Reporter.


Bipartisan bill seeks funding for national police museum programs

In a recent op-ed for The Hill, Congressman Troy E. Nehls of Texas highlighted the importance of his bipartisan bill, the National Law Enforcement Remembrance, Support, and Community Outreach Act.


Legislation proposed to aid families affected by crimes involving illegal immigrants

Congressman Troy E. Nehls and Senator Roger Marshall have reintroduced the Justice for Angel Families Act.


McCaul discusses Ukraine ceasefire and Trump's Middle East visit on Face the Nation

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul of Texas recently appeared on CBS' "Face the Nation" with Ed O’Keefe to discuss various international issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and President Trump's planned visit to the Middle East.


Abbott meets with Chihuahua governor to discuss border security and economic ties

Governor Greg Abbott and Chihuahua Governor María Eugenia Campos Galván convened at the Governor's Mansion in Austin to discuss border security coordination and economic opportunities between Texas and Chihuahua.


Abbott declares disaster for Falls County following Marlin water system failure

Governor Greg Abbott has declared a state of disaster in Falls County following a significant failure in Marlin's public water system.


Texas authorities bolster border security amid human smuggling arrests

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Texas National Guard, under the direction of Governor Greg Abbott, continue to collaborate with federal agencies in their ongoing efforts to secure the state's borders.


Governor Abbott appoints members to Texas Appraiser Licensing Board

Governor Greg Abbott has made new appointments to the Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board.


Texas governor announces training grants for Panhandle area schools

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that three schools in the Panhandle area have been awarded career training grants totaling over $739,700.


Texas leaders discuss strengthening economic ties with King Abdullah II

Texas industry leaders engaged in a business roundtable with King Abdullah II of Jordan to explore ways to enhance the economic relationship between Texas and Jordan.


UT Austin receives $100M investment for civic leadership school

Governor Greg Abbott expressed his support for a significant investment in The University of Texas at Austin.


Luttrell introduces bill allowing federal prosecution for murders by illegal aliens

Congressman Morgan Luttrell of Texas has introduced the Justice for Victims of Illegal Alien Murders Act, a bill that would allow federal prosecution of illegal aliens who commit murder in the United States.


Governor Abbott comments on election of first American pope

Governor Greg Abbott issued a statement regarding the historic election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV, marking the first time an American has been elected to this position.


Governor Abbott appoints members to Credit Union Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has announced the appointment of Sara Oates and the reappointment of David Shurtz and Kay Rankin-Swan to the Credit Union Commission.


Texas Governor announces over $1.5 million in grants for career training

Governor Greg Abbott has announced the allocation of over $1.5 million in career training grants to five schools in the San Antonio area.


Congresswoman De La Cruz announces winners of art competition

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz has announced the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Texas's 15th District.


Governor Abbott appoints new members to Texas Economic Development Corporation Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Lawrence "Larry" Coben, Ph.D., and Bruce Niemeyer to the Texas Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors.


Little Elm and Lubbock achieve grand slam with "Friendly Texas" certifications

Governor Greg Abbott has acknowledged the Town of Little Elm and the City of Lubbock for achieving a significant milestone.


Abbott calls for urgent reform of Texas’ troubled bail system

Governor Greg Abbott convened a roundtable and press conference at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, urging legislators to address what he described as Texas' "deadly and broken bail system."


Bipartisan task force formed for securing major upcoming international events

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul and Chairman Mark E. Green have announced the formation of a bipartisan task force focused on enhancing national security for upcoming major international events.