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Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to ensure that local governments follow federal and state roadway safety guidelines.

Governor Abbott appoints new leaders to Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Stacy Hock as chair and Welcome Wilson, Jr. as vice chair of the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB).

Governor Abbott appoints new chair and members to State Board of Dental Examiners

Governor Greg Abbott has named Bryan Henderson, II, D.D.S. as chair of the State Board of Dental Examiners.

Texas Sounds & Cities Conference set for November in Corpus Christi

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Music Office have announced that the Seventh Annual Texas Sounds & Cities Conference will take place in Corpus Christi on November 5 and 6.

Governor Abbott orders stricter enforcement on hemp product sales in Texas

Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to increase enforcement against vape and smoke shops that do not comply with state laws regarding hemp products.

Laredo receives Tourism Friendly Texas certification from Governor Abbott

The City of Laredo has been named a Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community by Travel Texas, following the completion of a multi-step certification process.

Governor Abbott speaks at Houston ceremony honoring victims of 2023 Hamas attacks

Governor Greg Abbott spoke at the Jewish Federation of Greater Houston's remembrance ceremony to honor victims of the October 7, 2023, attacks by Hamas.

Governor Abbott appoints Katherine McDaniel to Kendall County judicial seat

Katherine McDaniel has been appointed by Governor Greg Abbott to serve as judge of the 498th Judicial District Court in Kendall County.

Texas sends more emergency management teams to aid Arizona flood recovery

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has sent more emergency management personnel to Arizona to assist with flood recovery efforts.

McCaul marks two years since October 7 attack with call for hostage release

By Houston Daily | Oct 7, 2025

Congressman Michael McCaul, chairman emeritus of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released a statement marking the second anniversary of Hamas' October 7 attack on Israel.

Rep. Dan Crenshaw outlines available constituent services during government shutdown

During the ongoing government shutdown, Representative Dan Crenshaw has announced that his offices in Texas and Washington, D.C. will remain fully operational.

Borger receives recognition as Music Friendly Texas Certified Community

The City of Borger has been officially recognized as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO), following the completion of a multi-step certification process.

Lefko USA announces new $15 million manufacturing plant bringing 149 jobs to New Braunfels

Lefko USA Inc., a subsidiary of Centrik Capital, Inc., has announced plans to establish its first U.S.-based manufacturing facility in New Braunfels, Texas.

Governor Abbott orders increased security at Texas places of worship

Governor Greg Abbott has instructed the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) to increase security measures at places of worship in response to a rise in violent attacks against religious communities across the United States.

Abbott announces over $4 million in new grants for South Texas veteran groups

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that over $4.3 million in Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants have been awarded to 14 organizations serving veterans in South Texas, the Coastal Bend, and Harlingen areas.

Governor Abbott announces appointments to Gulf Coast Authority Board

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Amber Batson and appointed Dan Syphrett to the Gulf Coast Authority Board of Directors.

Governor Abbott congratulates Texas Stock Exchange on SEC approval

Governor Greg Abbott has congratulated the Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) following its approval by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to operate as a national securities exchange.

Governor Abbott appoints Robert Eckels as chair of Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Robert Eckels as the new Chair of the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission.

Texas Music Office and City of Brownwood host community workshop on music industry certification

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the City of Brownwood will co-host a Music Friendly Texas Community workshop on October 6.

Texas approves $562 million loan for new natural gas plant near Baytown