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Little Elm and Lubbock achieve grand slam with "Friendly Texas" certifications
By Houston Daily | May 7, 2025
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
By Houston Daily | May 7, 2025
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
By Houston Daily | May 6, 2025
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.
Governor Abbott announces upcoming Small Business Summit events across Texas
By Houston Daily | May 6, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the next Governor’s Small Business Summit will take place in Denison on May 15, 2025.
Governor Abbott appoints new leaders to Texas Real Estate Commission
By Houston Daily | May 6, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has made significant appointments to the Texas Real Estate Commission.
Governor Abbott designates May 4-10 as Small Business Week in Texas
By Houston Daily | May 5, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has declared May 4-10, 2025, as Small Business Week in Texas.
Rockport-Fulton earns music-friendly community status
By Houston Daily | May 5, 2025
Rockport-Fulton has been recognized as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community, as announced by Governor Greg Abbott.
Bill proposed to rename wildlife refuge after Jocelyn Nungaray
By Houston Daily | May 5, 2025
U.S. Congressman Brian Babin has put forward a bill to rename the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge in Chambers County, Texas, as the "Jocelyn Nungaray National Wildlife Refuge."
McCaul and Huizenga propose updates to missile technology export controls
By Houston Daily | May 5, 2025
U.S. Congressmen Michael McCaul and Bill Huizenga have introduced new legislation aimed at modernizing missile technology export controls.
Texas sees record tourism numbers with over $97 billion spent by visitors
By Houston Daily | May 5, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has officially declared May 4-10, 2025, as Travel and Tourism Week in Texas.
Abbott renews Texas disaster proclamation amid persistent wildfire threats
By Houston Daily | May 5, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has taken steps to address ongoing wildfire risks by amending and renewing a disaster proclamation initially issued on October 14, 2024.
Governor Abbott appoints three members to Trinity River Authority Board
By Houston Daily | May 5, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has made new appointments to the Trinity River Authority Board of Directors.
Texas Governor signs landmark school choice bill into law
By Houston Daily | May 5, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has signed Senate Bill 2 into law, implementing a significant school choice program in Texas.
McKinney earns Tourism Friendly Texas certification, boosting economic growth through increased tourism
By Houston Daily | May 3, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has extended his congratulations to the City of McKinney for achieving the status of a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community in the inaugural year of the program.
Governor Abbott calls for reform on Texas bail system
By Houston Daily | May 3, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott convened a roundtable and press conference in Houston to address concerns about Texas' bail system.
Texas wins 2025 Prosperity Cup for attracting new business investments
By Houston Daily | May 3, 2025
Texas has been recognized by Site Selection magazine with the 2025 Prosperity Cup, ranking as the top state for attracting new business investments.
Governor Abbott appoints new president and reappoints members to River Authority Board
By Houston Daily | May 3, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has confirmed the reappointment of Charles "Ed" Boulware and Mark Micheletti to the San Jacinto River Authority Board of Directors, with their terms expiring on October 16, 2027.
Abbott reappoints Bugg to State Preservation Board until 2027
By Houston Daily | May 3, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott has announced the reappointment of Alethea Swann Bugg to the State Preservation Board.
Rep. Nehls questions Brown University's use of endowment for tuition and student benefits
By Houston Daily | May 2, 2025
Rep. Troy E. Nehls has addressed a letter to Christina H. Paxson, President of Brown University, seeking clarification on the institution's use of its endowment to lower tuition and enhance students' university experience.
Texas student wins 2025 Congressional Art Competition with cowboy-themed artwork
By Houston Daily | May 2, 2025
U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) announced the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Texas' 10th Congressional District.