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Texas governor highlights results of repeat offender crackdown in Houston
Governor Greg Abbott highlighted the progress of the Texas Repeat Offender Program (TxROP), a collaborative effort among state, local, and federal law enforcement agencies targeting violent repeat offenders in the greater Houston area.
Governor Abbott appoints two members to Texas Crime Stoppers Council
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the reappointment of Perry Gilmore, Ph.D., and the appointment of Jeff Jordan to the Texas Crime Stoppers Council.
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Brownwood named Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by governor's office
By Houston Daily | Dec 13, 2025
The City of Brownwood has been recognized as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community, Governor Greg Abbott announced.
Governor Abbott renews disaster declaration for Texas counties facing fire weather risks
By Houston Daily | Dec 13, 2025
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has amended and renewed a disaster proclamation related to ongoing fire weather conditions across numerous counties in the state.
Texas awards $4.8 million grant for quantum-enabled chip research facility at UT Austin
By Houston Daily | Dec 13, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Quantum Institute (TQI) at The University of Texas at Austin will receive a $4.8 million grant from the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF).
Texas announces participation in federal school choice tax credit program
By Houston Daily | Dec 13, 2025
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the state plans to participate in the new Federal Tax Credit Scholarship program established under President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill.
Governor Abbott urges expansion of TPUSA Club America chapters in Texas schools
By Houston Daily | Dec 13, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott highlighted the role of Turning Point USA (TPUSA) Club America chapters on high school campuses throughout Texas, stressing their significance for students statewide.
McCaul questions DHS secretary on border security progress at House committee hearing
By Houston Daily | Dec 12, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), vice chair of the House Committee on Homeland Security, questioned Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem during a hearing focused on worldwide threats to the homeland.
Rep. Troy E. Nehls introduces bill clarifying federal authority on nuclear waste storage
By Houston Daily | Dec 11, 2025
Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) has introduced the Consolidated Interim Storage Facility Restriction Act, a bill aimed at clarifying the authority of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) regarding storage of spent nuclear fuel and...
Troy Nehls raises concerns over airspace safety in defense bill
By Houston Daily | Dec 11, 2025
House Aviation Chairman Troy E. Nehls has voiced concerns about a provision in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026.
Crenshaw introduces bill seeking regulatory clarity for advanced plastic recycling
By Houston Daily | Dec 11, 2025
Congressman Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) and Congressman Gary Palmer (R-AL) have introduced the Recycling Technology Innovation Act, a bill aimed at providing regulatory clarity for advanced recycling technologies in the United States.
Babin supports FY26 defense bill focused on military strength
By Houston Daily | Dec 10, 2025
Congressman Brian Babin (TX-36) voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, known as S. 1071.
Rep. Troy Nehls votes yes on defense bill including drone act provisions
By Houston Daily | Dec 10, 2025
Congressman Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22) announced his support for the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, which passed with bipartisan backing.
Luttrell highlights defense bill passage supporting military funding and technology
By Houston Daily | Dec 10, 2025
Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX) released a statement following the U.S. House of Representatives' passage of S. 1071, which includes the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026. “This year’s NDAA reaffirms America’s...
McCaul highlights defense priorities after NDAA passage including new security measures
By Houston Daily | Dec 10, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul, chairman emeritus of the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and Homeland Security, expressed support for the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026.
Wesley Hunt introduces bill to create national educator misconduct registry
By Houston Daily | Dec 9, 2025
Congressman Wesley Hunt has introduced the National Educator Safety and Accountability Act of 2025, legislation aimed at addressing child safety in schools by creating new national standards for reporting educator misconduct.
Governor Abbott reappoints two members to Texas Commission on the Arts
By Houston Daily | Dec 8, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Theresa Chang and Karen Partee to the Texas Commission on the Arts.
Supreme Court allows Texas to use 2025 congressional redistricting maps
By Houston Daily | Dec 8, 2025
Texas Governor Greg Abbott released a statement following the United States Supreme Court's decision to allow Texas to use its 2025 congressional redistricting maps.
Texas awards over $1 million in grants to boost student workforce readiness
By Houston Daily | Dec 6, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced that six independent school districts in Texas have been awarded more than $1 million in dual credit grants.
Governor Abbott names new members to Texas School for the Deaf governing board
By Houston Daily | Dec 6, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced appointments to the Governing Board of the Texas School for the Deaf (TSD).