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Governor Abbott names chronic kidney disease task force members
By Houston Daily | Apr 6, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Jose Almeda, M.D., Lauren Ramsey, and Leila Williams, D.O. to the Chronic Kidney Disease Task Force.
Governor Abbott appoints new and returning members to conservation board
By Houston Daily | Apr 6, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed James Clement III and reappointed Tina Yturria Buford to positions on the State Soil and Water Conservation Board.
Governor Abbott initiates joint damage assessment for South Texas flooding
By Houston Daily | Apr 6, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to collaborate with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to conduct joint preliminary damage assessments in South Texas.
Governor Abbott says proposed EPIC City construction is unauthorized by state laws
By Houston Daily | Apr 6, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has revealed that the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) and its partners have not secured necessary approvals for construction from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Governor Abbott declares April sexual assault awareness month in Texas
By Houston Daily | Apr 6, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has proclaimed April 2025 as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month in Texas.
Governor Abbott appoints Andrew Polk to Texas conservation council
By Houston Daily | Apr 6, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced the appointment of Andrew Polk to serve on the Texas Farm and Ranch Lands Conservation Council.
Bill seeks refugee status for Afrikaners in response to property expropriation
By Houston Daily | Apr 3, 2025
Congressman Troy E. Nehls has introduced the Asylum for Farmers and Refugees in Crisis and Necessary Emigration Resettlement (AFRIKANER) Act.
Congressman Luttrell introduces act to enhance VA healthcare accountability
By Houston Daily | Apr 3, 2025
Congressman Morgan Luttrell has introduced the Brian Tally VA Employment Transparency Act of 2025, a legislative effort intended to bolster accountability and transparency in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care system.
AUKUS pact seen as key tool against Chinese Communist Party and tech competition
By Houston Daily | Apr 3, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul and Dr. Arthur Herman wrote an op-ed in National Review discussing AUKUS, the security agreement between the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia.
Congressman Luttrell introduces bill for service dogs to aid veterans with disabilities
By Houston Daily | Apr 2, 2025
Congressman Morgan Luttrell (R-TX), who chairs the Disability Assistance and Memorial Affairs Subcommittee on the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, has introduced a new bill to the U.S. House of Representatives named the Service Dogs Assisting...
McCaul comments on border crossing numbers under Trump administration
By Houston Daily | Apr 2, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul has shared his views on the record-low border crossings reported for March under the Trump administration.
De La Cruz comments on Trump’s tariff announcement and South Texas impact
By Houston Daily | Apr 2, 2025
Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz expressed support for President Trump's recent announcement regarding tariffs, emphasizing the impact on South Texas and its trade ties with Mexico.
Trucker Bathroom Access Act reintroduced to improve restroom access for truck drivers
By Houston Daily | Apr 1, 2025
Congressman Troy E. Nehls and Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan have reintroduced the Trucker Bathroom Access Act, aiming to ensure that truckers have access to bathroom facilities while on the job across the United States.
Governor Abbott appoints Ernest Aliseda to OneStar National Service Commission
By Houston Daily | Mar 31, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Ernest Aliseda to the OneStar National Service Commission.
Texas Governor announces investigation into East Plano Islamic Center
By Houston Daily | Mar 31, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas State Securities Board is investigating the East Plano Islamic Center (EPIC) and related entities for potential non-compliance with state and federal securities requirements.
Lawmakers propose bipartisan bill facilitating seniors’ medication access
By Houston Daily | Mar 31, 2025
Congressional leaders have introduced a new bipartisan bill aimed at aiding seniors in accessing critical medications.
Governor Abbott announces music workshop to promote Texas community bonding
By Houston Daily | Mar 30, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has revealed a collaboration between the Texas Music Office (TMO) and Garland Cultural Arts to hold a Music Friendly Texas Community workshop.
Governor Abbott reappoints three to UT System Board of Regents
By Houston Daily | Mar 29, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Christina Melton Crain, Jodie Lee Jiles, and Kelcy Warren to the University of Texas System Board of Regents.
Governor Abbott reappoints Meade and Vaughn to Texas Transportation Commission
By Houston Daily | Mar 29, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has made the decision to reappoint Alejandro G. "Alex" Meade, III and Robert C. "Robie" Vaughn to the Texas Transportation Commission.
Governor Abbott reappoints members to Texas Military Preparedness Commission
By Houston Daily | Mar 29, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Michael "Mike" Boyd, Garry Bradford, and Todd Fox to the Texas Military Preparedness Commission, with terms expiring on February 1, 2031.