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Texas mobilizes extensive resources for flood response across multiple regions
Governor Greg Abbott has updated the public on Texas' ongoing efforts to assist communities affected by recent severe flooding.
Luttrell announces mobile office hours across Texas' congressional district
Congressman Morgan Luttrell, representing Texas' 8th Congressional District, has announced that his staff will conduct mobile office hours at different locations throughout the district this month.
By Houston Daily | Jul 7, 2025
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Governor Abbott awards over $7.3 million in workforce skills training grants
By Houston Daily | Jul 3, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced the allocation of over $7.3 million in Texas Talent Connection grants to 22 workforce skills training and job placement programs across Texas.
Fort Worth earns recognition as a Tourism Friendly Texas certified community
By Houston Daily | Jul 3, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to Fort Worth following its designation as a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas.
Abbott unveils tri-agency site linking education with workforce opportunities
By Houston Daily | Jul 3, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the launch of a new tri-agency website aimed at strengthening Texas' education-to-workforce pipeline.
Abbott requests SBA assessment after Fort Worth apartment fire
By Houston Daily | Jul 3, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to collaborate with the U.S. Small Business Administration, along with state and local partners, to conduct joint preliminary damage assessments following an...
Governor's Small Business Summit heads to Rockport-Fulton
By Houston Daily | Jul 3, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the next 2025 Governor’s Small Business Summit will take place in Rockport-Fulton on July 10.
McCaul supports One Big Beautiful Bill to advance Trump's agenda
By Houston Daily | Jul 3, 2025
Today, U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) cast his vote in favor of the One Big Beautiful Bill, aimed at advancing President Trump's agenda.
Nehls supports bill advancing Trump's tax cuts and immigration policies
By Houston Daily | Jul 3, 2025
Congressman Troy E. Nehls from Texas's 22nd district announced his affirmative vote on the Senate Amendment to H.R. 1, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
Babin supports new bill aligning with Trump’s agenda
By Houston Daily | Jul 3, 2025
U.S. Congressman Brian Babin has cast his vote in favor of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a piece of legislation that aligns with President Trump's America First agenda.
Luttrell comments on passage of One Big Beautiful Bill Act
By Houston Daily | Jul 3, 2025
Congressman Morgan Luttrell from Texas released a statement following the House's approval of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which is now awaiting President Trump's signature.
Pasadena receives Music Friendly certification from Governor Abbott
By Houston Daily | Jul 1, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced that Pasadena has been designated as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO).
Texas secures federal approval for women's health waiver until 2030
By Houston Daily | Jul 1, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the renewal of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission's (HHSC) Healthy Texas Women federal Medicaid demonstration waiver.
Governor Abbott announces special election date for Texas Senate District 9
By Houston Daily | Jul 1, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced a special election for the Texas Senate District 9 seat.
Bipartisan resolution demands return of abducted Ukrainian children
By Houston Daily | Jun 30, 2025
U.S. Representatives Michael McCaul and Gregory W. Meeks have introduced a bipartisan resolution condemning Russia's actions involving Ukrainian children.
Congressman Hunt proposes resolution for "American Pride Month" in July
By Houston Daily | Jun 30, 2025
Today, Congressman Wesley Hunt introduced a resolution to declare July as "American Pride Month."
McCaul discusses foreign policy and border security on CBS' Face The Nation
By Houston Daily | Jun 30, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, chairman emeritus of the House Foreign Affairs and Homeland Security Committees, appeared on CBS' "Face The Nation" with Margaret Brennan.
Texas approves energy fund loan for new natural gas facility
By Houston Daily | Jun 28, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the first Texas Energy Fund (TEF) loan agreement, which will finance a 122 megawatt natural gas power plant in Texas.
Governor Abbott announces funding for MGC Pure Chemicals America's expansion
By Houston Daily | Jun 28, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced a $5.3 million Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant to MGC Pure Chemicals America, Inc. (MPCA) for expanding its production facility in Killeen.
Governor Abbott directs formation of response team for screwworm threat
By Houston Daily | Jun 28, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) to form a joint response team to tackle the New World screwworm threat.