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Governor Greg Abbott has announced a new Texas Energy Fund (TxEF) loan agreement for the construction of a 721 megawatt (MW) natural gas power plant near Baytown.

Abbott appoints Joe Esparza chair and Brent Connett commissioner to Texas Workforce Commission

Governor Greg Abbott has named Joe Esparza as Chair of the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC).

Governor Abbott appoints Megan Deen to lead Trinity River Authority board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Megan Deen as president of the Trinity River Authority Board of Directors.

Texas GDP grows at 6.8% in Q2 2025, surpassing U.S. average

Texas’ economy grew at a faster pace than the national average in the second quarter of 2025, according to data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).

Governor Abbott appoints Brady Franks to Texas Water Development Board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Brady Franks to the Texas Water Development Board.

De La Cruz responds to government shutdown after failed funding vote

By Houston Daily | Oct 1, 2025

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz, who represents Texas' 15th district in the U.S. House of Representatives, issued a statement after the federal government experienced a funding lapse beginning at midnight on October 1, 2025.

Babin blames Democrats as deadline nears for potential federal government shutdown

By Houston Daily | Sep 30, 2025

U.S. Representative Brian Babin of Texas's 36th district issued a statement criticizing Democrats for their role in the looming government shutdown expected at midnight.

Governor Abbott announces $10.9 million in grants for North Texas veteran organizations

More than $10.9 million in grants have been awarded to 37 organizations serving veterans and their families across North Texas and the Dallas-Fort Worth area, according to an announcement by Governor Greg Abbott.

Governor Abbott announces appointments to Lower Neches Valley Authority Board

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed three members to the Lower Neches Valley Authority (LNVA) Board of Directors.

Governor Abbott highlights economic growth at TxEDC Investor Summit

Governor Greg Abbott highlighted Texas’ economic growth and the strength of its finance sector during a fireside chat at the second annual Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) Investor Summit.

Governor Abbott pledges state support after Dallas ICE facility shooting

Texas Governor Greg Abbott responded to the shooting at a Dallas ICE facility, calling the incident "horrific" and expressing support for the victims and their families.

Texas Governor announces music community workshop in Irving

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the City of Irving will hold a Music Friendly Texas Community workshop on Tuesday, September 30.

Abbott appoints Randall Wright to pharmaceutical initiative board

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Randall Wright to the Texas Pharmaceutical Initiative Governing Board, with a term ending on February 1, 2029.

Governor Abbott appoints Jessie Ramirez to real estate research advisory committee

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Jessie Ramirez to the Real Estate Research Advisory Committee.

Eli Lilly announces $6.5 billion pharmaceutical plant investment in Harris County

Eli Lilly and Company will build a new active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing facility in Harris County, Texas.

Governor Abbott activates emergency response resources ahead of severe storms

Governor Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources in anticipation of severe weather expected across Texas this week.

Abbott announces over $26 million for South Texas airport and water infrastructure

Governor Greg Abbott announced an investment of more than $26 million in airport and water infrastructure projects in South Texas.

Governor Abbott congratulates Mexia on new tourism friendly certification

Governor Greg Abbott has congratulated the City of Mexia for earning the Tourism Friendly Texas Certified Community designation from Travel Texas.

San Augustine hosts workshop for Music Friendly Texas certification

Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the Texas Music Office (TMO), in partnership with the City of San Augustine and San Augustine Main Street, will hold a Music Friendly Texas Community workshop on Monday, September 29.

Governor Abbott appoints Peter Rusek to 74th Judicial District Court in McLennan County