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Governor Abbott signs Texas DOGE into law to enhance government efficiency
By Houston Daily | Apr 26, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 14, known as Texas DOGE, into law at the Texas Capitol in Austin.
Governor Abbott reappoints three to Red River Authority board
By Houston Daily | Apr 26, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed three members to the Red River Authority of Texas Board of Directors, with terms extending to August 11, 2029.
Global Fragility Reauthorization Act aims to enhance U.S. foreign policy effectiveness
By Houston Daily | Apr 25, 2025
This week in Washington, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Emeritus Michael McCaul from Texas and Representative Sara Jacobs from California reintroduced a bipartisan piece of legislation focusing on the Global Fragility Act.
Cuero earns designation as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community
By Houston Daily | Apr 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has extended congratulations to the City of Cuero for earning the designation as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community.
Governor Abbott announces SBA disaster assistance for severe storms in Northeast Texas
By Houston Daily | Apr 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) approved his request for a disaster declaration for Northeast Texas communities impacted by severe weather earlier this month.
Governor Abbott renews disaster proclamation for drought-stricken Texas counties
By Houston Daily | Apr 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has amended and renewed a disaster proclamation initially issued on July 8, 2022.
Paris earns Film Friendly Texas Community certification
By Houston Daily | Apr 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the City of Paris has been awarded the Film Friendly Texas Certified Community designation by the Texas Film Commission.
Governor Abbott and Treasury Secretary Bessent discuss Texas economy and trade talks
By Houston Daily | Apr 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott engaged in a call with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
League City earns Music Friendly Texas designation, promoting local music and economic growth
By Houston Daily | Apr 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that League City has been recognized as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO).
Governor Abbott reacts to attack on Denton County Commissioner Bobbie Mitchell
By Houston Daily | Apr 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has issued a statement regarding the attack on Denton County Commissioner Bobbie Mitchell and her husband, Fred Mitchell.
Texas renews disaster proclamation on border security through April 2025
By Houston Daily | Apr 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has renewed the border security disaster proclamation originally issued on May 31, 2021.
Governor Abbott mourns the passing of Pope Francis
By Houston Daily | Apr 24, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott expressed his condolences today following the death of Pope Francis.
Bipartisan bill introduced to address brain injuries among first responders
By Houston Daily | Apr 24, 2025
Congressman Dan Crenshaw (TX-02), Congresswoman Angie Craig (MN-02), Congressman Don Bacon (NE-02), and Congresswoman Kim Schrier (WA-08) have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at aiding law enforcement agencies in handling concussions and...
Texas floods prompt call for federal disaster aid from De La Cruz
By Houston Daily | Apr 24, 2025
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz of Texas's 15th District has officially communicated with President Trump, voicing her support for further federal disaster relief funds.
Governor Abbott appoints three to Coastal Water Authority board of directors
By Houston Daily | Apr 22, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed two new members and reappointed one existing member to the Coastal Water Authority Board of Directors.
Abbott requests federal disaster aid for South Texas flooding
By Houston Daily | Apr 22, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has formally requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration in response to recent flooding in South Texas.
Texas leaders celebrate the passage of Senate Bill 2 for school choice
By Houston Daily | Apr 22, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott, Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dustin Burrows, Chairman Brandon Creighton, and Chairman Brad Buckley have expressed satisfaction following the final approval of Senate Bill 2 by the Texas House of Representatives.
Texas achieves highest job growth in nation from March 2024 to March 2025
By Houston Daily | Apr 22, 2025
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.
Governor Abbott seeks federal aid for weather-impacted Northeast Texas communities
By Houston Daily | Apr 22, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has formally requested a disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for communities in Northeast Texas affected by severe weather.
Abbott commends Texas House on historic school choice bill passage
By Houston Daily | Apr 22, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott praised the Texas House of Representatives for passing Senate Bill 2, Texas's universal school choice program.